Are electric fireplace remotes universal?

The majority of electric fireplaces will come with a remote control. Remote controls work on a radio frequency, similar to your garage door opener. Remote controls send a signal to a receiving unit on the fireplace to turn it on and off, adjust lighting effects and turn the heat function on and off. Thermostatic remotes can also turn the fireplace on and off, depending on the temperature in the room.

Remote controls for fireplaces are often product or model specific. Brand A comes with the fireplace and Brand X may not be compatible. Fireplace manufacturers will either include a remote with the unit or recommend a specific brand of remote. Some remotes are interchangeable with fireplaces, some are not. It’s always best to discuss remote control options with your WE LOVE FIRE® expert.

Below is a list of fireplace and grill stores that service ()

Auburn, AL Top Hat Chimney Sweeps 1280 Financial Ct. Auburn, AL 36830		Visit Store Page
Elk Grove, CA Custom Fireside Shops 9097 Elk Grove Blvd. Elk Grove, CA 95624		Visit Store Page
Sacramento, CA Custom Fireside Shops 5455 Auburn Blvd. Sacramento, CA 95841		Visit Store Page
Durango, CO Durango Outdoor Living 140 Rock Point Drive Durango, CO 81301		Visit Store Page
Durango, CO Four Corner Stoves & Spas 3001 Main Avenue Durango, CO 81301		Visit Store Page
Grand Junction, CO Stove Depot and Chimney Works 330 North Ave. Grand Junction, CO 81501		Visit Store Page
New London, CT Family Hearth and Patio LLC 571 Broad Street New London, CT 06320		Visit Store Page
Ridgefield, CT Yankee Doodle, Inc. 71 Ethan Allen Highway Ridgefield, CT 06877		Visit Store Page
Dover, DE Byler's Stove Shoppe Inc. 1368b Rose Valley School Rd. Dover, DE 19904		Visit Store Page
Destin, FL Doodlebuggers Service Network 36054 Emerald Coast Parkway Destin, FL 32541
Bettendorf, IA Fireplaces Plus, Inc. 1745 State Street Bettendorf, IA 52722		Visit Store Page
Post Falls, ID Quality Stoves & Home Furnishings 569 N Syringa St Post Falls, ID 83854
Rockford, IL Advanced Chimney Systems, Inc. 3486 Lonergan Drive Rockford, IL 61109		Visit Store Page
Wauconda, IL Grass Roots Energy, Inc. 28751 N Route 12 Wauconda, IL 60084		Visit Store Page
Evansville, IN Firemaster, Inc. 5300 E Morgan Avenue Evansville, IN 47715
Jeffersonville, IN Olde Towne Chimney & Fireplace Sales 915 Nachand Ln Jeffersonville, IN 47130		Visit Store Page
Overland Park, KS Kansas City Fireplace Center 10470 Metcalf Avenue Overland Park, KS 66212		Visit Store Page
Erlanger, KY TateBuilder's Supply, LLC 3511 Dixie Highway Erlanger, KY 41018		Visit Store Page
Littleton, MA Woodstove, Fireplace and Patio Shop, Inc. 60 White Street Littleton, MA 01460		Visit Store Page
Seekonk, MA The Fireplace Showcase 775 Fall River Ave Seekonk, MA 02771		Visit Store Page
Sudbury, MA Woodstove, Fireplace and Patio Shop, Inc. 348 Boston Post Road Sudbury, MA 01776		Visit Store Page
Duluth, MN Duluth Stove & Fireplace 2431 W Superior Street Duluth, MN 55806		Visit Store Page
Minneapolis, MN Woodland Stoves & Fireplaces 2901 Franklin Ave. South Minneapolis, MN 55406
Oakdale, MN Energy Savers of Minnesota 6298 Highway 36 Blvd N Oakdale, MN 55128		Visit Store Page
Rochester, MN Brekke Fireplace Shoppe 1904 S. Broadway Rochester, MN 55904		Visit Store Page
Walker, MN Wilkening Fireplace Company 9608 State 371 NW Walker, MN 56484		Visit Store Page
Fargo, ND Home Heating, Plumbing & A/C Inc. 701 28th Street South Fargo, ND 58103
Omaha, NE Fireplace By Design 13913 R Plaza Omaha, NE 68137
Epping, NH The Stove Shoppe 285, Calef Highway Rte. 125 Epping, NH 03042
Windham, NH The Stove Shoppe 25 Indian Rock Road Windham, NH 03087
Hamilton, NJ Bowden's Fireside - Hearth & Home 1731 Nottingham Way Hamilton, NJ 08619		Visit Store Page
Voorhees, NJ Rettinger Fireplace Systems, Inc. 476 Centennial Blvd Voorhees, NJ 08043		Visit Store Page
St. Henry, OH Buschur's Refrigeration, Inc. 541 N Eastern Avenue St. Henry, OH 45883		Visit Store Page
Media, PA Chimney Cricket 101 State Road Media, PA 19063		Visit Store Page
Rapid City, SD Hebron Brick Company 1543 Deadwood Ave Rapid City, SD 57709		Visit Store Page
Sioux Falls, SD Hebron Brick Company 2211 W. 50th Street Sioux Falls, SD 57105-6525		Visit Store Page
Vermillion, SD Kalin's Indoor Comfort Inc. 710 Cottage Avenue Vermillion, SD 57069		Visit Store Page
Manassas, VA Winston's Chimney Service 11301 Industrial Road Manassas, VA 20109		Visit Store Page
Barre, VT Chimney Sweep Fireplace Shop 1284 US Rte, 302 Ste 10 Barre, VT 05641-2317		Visit Store Page
Bennington, VT Friends of The Sun 126 Hicks Avenue Bennington, VT 05201		Visit Store Page
Manchester, VT Friends of The Sun 159 Depot Street Manchester, VT 05255		Visit Store Page
Shelburne, VT Chimney Sweep Fireplace Shop 3113 Shelburne Road Shelburne, VT 05482		Visit Store Page
White River Jnct, VT Home Comfort of New England 1255 VA Cut Off Road White River Jnct, VT 05001		Visit Store Page
Burlington, WI Burlington Fireplace & Heating LLC 857 Milwaukee Ave. Burlington, WI 53105		Visit Store Page
Madison, WI Top Hat 5117 Verona Rd Madison, WI 53711		Visit Store Page
Morgantown, WV Rustic By Design 709 Beechurst Ave. Suite 15 Morgantown, WV 26505
Laramie, WY High Country Stoves & Fireplaces 860 N. 3rd Street Laramie, WY 82072

For more information, contact your local fireplace and grill store.

Electric, Frequently Asked Questions

October 25, 2022

Joseph Bodden

12 comments

Written by Joseph Bodden

Joseph G. Bodden is a Wisconsin native and is semi-retired after 40+ years in marketing, sales and technical customer service work. Over 28 of those years have been in the fireplace industry, many as the Hearth Division Manager in an organization that operates two retail shops. During that time, Bodden was certified by the National Fireplace Institute in wood & gas technologies. He was also selected several times by Hearth & Home magazine as a judge for the annual VESTA awards that recognize manufacturers creativity and innovation in product design and technology. One thing that Joe particularly finds fulfilling is explaining fairly complex subjects to fireplace customers and steering them to specific products that will satisfy their objectives. There’s nothing like unsolicited positive feedback from a happy customer! Bodden lives in the scenic driftless region in southwest Wisconsin with his bride of 48 years. He enjoys the outdoors, playing guitar and spending time with their grandson and five granddaughters.

View all posts by: Joseph Bodden

12 Responses

Holly

I am trying to find a fireplace remote model RC1008A. Can you advise if these are extinct? I have searched and cannot find a replacement as mines stopped working. It only shows the temperature on it but will not power on or off the fireplace. Thank you!

Reply

January 5, 2024
- Joseph Bodden
  
  Holly: What is the age of your fireplace? Many remotes for electric fireplaces are specific to the individual fireplace model. The first thing we would suggest is checking the owner's manual. Most will have a troubleshooting section. See if anything here will correct your problem. Make certain the fireplace is plugged in and there are fresh batteries in the remote. If this doesn't fix your issue, make note of the fireplace brand and model and call your WeLoveFire dealer. They should be able to assist you or, if it's not a brand they carry, at least get you pointed in the right direction.
  
  Reply
  
  January 11, 2024
Jim

I have a FEBO (HK) International 19IN-36-137 fireplace that the remote has all but fallen apart. I am looking for a replacement. The company seems to have gone under and I cannot find anything on that particular model. Can you advise which remote would work the fireplace? Thanks.

Reply

January 26, 2024
- Joseph Bodden
  
  Jim: thank you for reaching out. Not being familiar with your fireplace or knowing its age, out best advice is to contact your nearest WeLoveFire dealer. They should be able to advise you on what options you have available or if a generic replacement could be used. Thanks for spending time on our website. Please tell your family and friends about us!
  
  Reply
  
  January 29, 2024
  - Name*
    
    Goede dag Ik heb een electrice haard met een afstand bediening die niet meer werkt. Ik zoek ivm met reuma een grotere deze die er bij zitten zijn de knopjes niet voor mij in te trukken zo klein! Zijn er grotere en handiger afstand bedieningen.. kan helaas ook moeiijk bukken dus dat is geen optie. Karstein 1800 wt Vast bedankt voor u reactie Gr lilian
    
    Reply
    
    January 18, 2025
    - Joseph Bodden
      
      Karstein: Thank you for your question. As the post about electric fireplace remotes stated, some remotes are brand specific, some are generic and can be used on several models. I would suggest you get the brand and model of your fireplace along with the old remote, to a WE LOVE FIRE dealer and see if there are any options available to you. Honestly, I don't know if there would be a remote that would be physically larger and easier for you to operate, but a dealer should be able to determine if there's something out there. Good Luck to you!
      
      Reply
      
      January 18, 2025
Tony wilson

I purchased a 4099 real flame firebox in about 2015 and lost the remote. Suggestions?

Reply

February 19, 2024
- Joseph Bodden
  
  Tony: Sorry to hear of your misfortune, but thanks for contacting WeLoveFire.com. Real Flame is a brand I am not familiar with. So, the best suggestion I would have is to contact their Customer Service Department at (800) 654-1704. All the best to you and I hope this helps!
  
  Reply
  
  February 20, 2024
Robin Gorrell

Bought an electric fireplace and have lost the remote control. The model number is SF 102-18G called a room heater and SA is on the back. If you could help i would appreciate it! Thank you

Reply

November 26, 2024
- Joseph Bodden
  
  Robin: I would simply return to the store and inquire about a replacement remote. In the meantime, there may a manual switch on the unit that will allow you turn on & off the equipment. You realize that Murphy's Law states that as soon as you buy a replacement, the lost remote will be found, right?
  
  Reply
  
  December 9, 2024
Heidi

I bought a Real Life 54" grey fireplace today "as is". No box, no manual and no remote. I have searched the Internet for the remote with no luck. Unfortunately, Big Lots is going out of business and did not have a manual or remote. This fireplace was a "return", which is why it was "as is". I didn't know that Real Life\Broyhill was also out of business, is there a universe remote that could be used. I do not have the part number for the fireplace insert or remote control. The manual i found online does not list any part number either. Any advice would be extremely appreciated.

Reply

January 1, 2025
- Joseph Bodden
  
  Heidi: My best suggestion is to contact a We Love Fire dealer near you and see if they could assist. There are a dozen questions that will need answering before this unit can be correctly installed. A dealer might be willing to provide help with venting requirements, necessary clearances to be maintained as well as installation and finishing. Good Luck.
  
  Reply
  
  January 9, 2025

Are electric fireplace remotes universal?

US States

.

Canadian Provinces

Below is a list of fireplace and grill stores that service ()

Auburn, AL

Elk Grove, CA

Sacramento, CA

Durango, CO

Durango, CO

Grand Junction, CO

New London, CT

Ridgefield, CT

Dover, DE

Destin, FL

Bettendorf, IA

Post Falls, ID

Rockford, IL

Wauconda, IL

Evansville, IN

Jeffersonville, IN

Overland Park, KS

Erlanger, KY

Littleton, MA

Seekonk, MA

Sudbury, MA

Duluth, MN

Minneapolis, MN

Oakdale, MN

Rochester, MN

Walker, MN

Fargo, ND

Omaha, NE

Epping, NH

Windham, NH

Hamilton, NJ

Voorhees, NJ

St. Henry, OH

Media, PA

Rapid City, SD

Sioux Falls, SD

Vermillion, SD

Manassas, VA

Barre, VT

Bennington, VT

Manchester, VT

Shelburne, VT

White River Jnct, VT

Burlington, WI

Madison, WI

Morgantown, WV

Laramie, WY

Written by Joseph Bodden

12 Responses

Leave a comment