Chimney repair, cleaning and fireplace service in Lake Weldona

Switching from wood to gas in Lake Weldona, a City of Orlando neighborhood, usually comes down to two choices: gas logs in the existing fireplace, or a gas insert that fits into it. Both mean no more firewood or ash, and both light with a switch. They differ in heat, looks, venting and cost, and the right one depends on how you want to use the room.

Gas logs sit on a burner in the open firebox. Vented logs give a tall, lively flame and send their exhaust up the chimney, so the damper must stay open whenever they burn. They are mainly for looks and give off little heat to the room. Vent-free logs put more heat into the room but come with strict manufacturer rules about room size and use, and not every fireplace or household suits them.

A gas insert is a sealed firebox with a glass front, installed inside the existing opening and vented through a liner up the chimney. It puts far more of its heat into the room and seals off the drafty open fireplace. It also costs more to install and changes the look of the opening. The insert's manual sets the liner, the clearances and the trim, and the fireplace has to be sound enough to take it.

Either way, the gas supply needs to reach the fireplace, and running a line is work for the gas trade. The chimney should be swept and inspected before conversion, since old creosote and a damaged liner still matter with gas. Our technicians look at the fireplace, measure the opening and talk through what you want from the room.

The visit is free with our family-owned company, and the estimate compares the options side by side with upfront pricing. Save 10% on any service in Lake Weldona booked within 72 hours after the free inspection, and our installations carry a workmanship warranty.