Electric fireplace, pro’s & con’s

There are lots of pros and cons when it comes to electric fireplaces. The most significant boil down to heat output, price and details with the installation. Hopefully, this chart sheds additional light on comparing the advantages and disadvantages of an electric vs. gas fireplace.

  ELECTRIC FIREPLACE GAS EQUIPMENT
Heating Capacity Low Moderate to high
Difficulty w/Installations Easy, no venting needed Easy to moderate
Operating Convenience Easy w/remote control Easy w/remote control
Reliability High High
Maintenance Essentially none Every few years by a certified tech
Use Year-round Heating season
Lighting Effects Many color options Some units to enhance ember bed and back & side refractory
Operating Expense Low to high Low to moderate
Efficiencies 100% Up to 85%
Sizes and Styles Many Many
Equipment & Installation Costs Low Moderate
Flames Lights and mirrors Real
Can Operate Without Power No Yes
Media Options Many Many
Design & Décor Possibilities High Moderate

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

Erlanger, KY

TateBuilder's Supply, LLC
3511 Dixie Highway
Erlanger, KY 41018

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Canfield, OH

Youngstown Propane, Inc.
4445 Boardman-Canfield Rd.
Canfield, OH 44406

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Columbus, OH

Blackburns Chimney Sweeps
4644 Kenny Road
Columbus, OH 43220

Columbus, OH

Aspen Fireplace & Patio
5156 Sinclair Rd.
Columbus, OH 43229

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North Canton, OH

Custom Fireplace Shop
5537 Whipple Ave NW
North Canton, OH 44720

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North Ridgeville, OH

Heat Exchange Hearth & Patio Shoppe
34205 Lorain Road
North Ridgeville, OH 44039

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North Royalton, OH

Country Stove Co.
6669 Royalton Road
North Royalton, OH 44133

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Painesville, OH

American Home and Energy Products Inc.
1270 Mentor Ave
Painesville, OH 44077

St. Henry, OH

Buschur's Refrigeration, Inc.
541 N Eastern Avenue
St. Henry, OH 45883

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

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