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Premier HVAC Services

2601 E 24th St
4.41(
202
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Approved Pro

Premier HVAC Services

2601 E 24th St
4.41(
202
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
90 local quotes requested
9 years of experience

When you need help with your heating, ventilation and air conditioning, you don’t want to hear that your technician is stuck in traffic. You won’t hear that excuse from us. We’re based in Brooklyn, at Sheepshead Bay road - in an office, not a phone drop or a postal address. It gives us quick access to many of our customers. But we also have workstations in Staten Island and Long Island. This way, our techs can quickly help you, whether you have an emergency or a routine call. They can rapidly fan out across Manhattan, Queens, Brooklyn and Long Island, ready to install mini-splits and portable AC units, clean chimneys, service residential and commercial HVAC systems, solve your radiant heat problem or get your furnace running more effectively. Our techs are experienced in all sorts of HVAC installation and repair, from heat pump systems and oil furnaces to air conditioner compressors and ac units. How we began As veterans of the industry for more than 10 years, we formed the company in Brooklyn in June 2016 with just one van and one technician. Fortunately, satisfied customers have rewarded us with many referrals and now we have seven vans and 15 people on our team, including office staff. We’re very proud and very grateful for our success. The team leader is Greg. He oversees all three locations and keeps us organized, making sure we respond to calls and we don’t leave until the customer is satisfied. Our techs are experienced, licensed and insured. We can help you, whether you want a new heat pump, a boiler repair, clean air ducts or a commercial HVAC overhaul.

"I called Premier HVAC Services for a routine check-up, and they never showed up. After waiting 3 hours, they rescheduled for a week later without any apologies. Completely unprofessional and unreliable. I wouldn’t trust them with my HVAC needs."

Heidi O on October 2025

When you need help with your heating, ventilation and air conditioning, you don’t want to hear that your technician is stuck in traffic. You won’t hear that excuse from us. We’re based in Brooklyn, at Sheepshead Bay road - in an office, not a phone drop or a postal address. It gives us quick access to many of our customers. But we also have workstations in Staten Island and Long Island. This way, our techs can quickly help you, whether you have an emergency or a routine call. They can rapidly fan out across Manhattan, Queens, Brooklyn and Long Island, ready to install mini-splits and portable AC units, clean chimneys, service residential and commercial HVAC systems, solve your radiant heat problem or get your furnace running more effectively. Our techs are experienced in all sorts of HVAC installation and repair, from heat pump systems and oil furnaces to air conditioner compressors and ac units. How we began As veterans of the industry for more than 10 years, we formed the company in Brooklyn in June 2016 with just one van and one technician. Fortunately, satisfied customers have rewarded us with many referrals and now we have seven vans and 15 people on our team, including office staff. We’re very proud and very grateful for our success. The team leader is Greg. He oversees all three locations and keeps us organized, making sure we respond to calls and we don’t leave until the customer is satisfied. Our techs are experienced, licensed and insured. We can help you, whether you want a new heat pump, a boiler repair, clean air ducts or a commercial HVAC overhaul.

"I called Premier HVAC Services for a routine check-up, and they never showed up. After waiting 3 hours, they rescheduled for a week later without any apologies. Completely unprofessional and unreliable. I wouldn’t trust them with my HVAC needs."

Heidi O on October 2025


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Gold Medal Service

120 Route 59
4.00(
4
)
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Gold Medal Service

120 Route 59
4.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
726 local quotes requested
Free onsite estimate

Gold Medal Service is your premier choice for Electrical and Home Systems needs! In the New York City (Tri-State Area). Our team of experts is dedicated to providing top-notch service. With our unmatched expertise and commitment to customer satisfaction. Contact us today for a gold standard service experience.

"I recently replaced the heating/air conditioning unit in my townhome. It was an easy process start to finish. Aiden (sales) answered all my questions and provided options for my needs. Mick the technician was on-time and thorough. These guys represented their company well. Great experience working with Gold Medal Service."

Isa R on January 2025

Gold Medal Service is your premier choice for Electrical and Home Systems needs! In the New York City (Tri-State Area). Our team of experts is dedicated to providing top-notch service. With our unmatched expertise and commitment to customer satisfaction. Contact us today for a gold standard service experience.

"I recently replaced the heating/air conditioning unit in my townhome. It was an easy process start to finish. Aiden (sales) answered all my questions and provided options for my needs. Mick the technician was on-time and thorough. These guys represented their company well. Great experience working with Gold Medal Service."

Isa R on January 2025


Dynamic Air Heating And Cooling

47 Oakdale Court
4.81(
16
)
Approved Pro

Dynamic Air Heating And Cooling

47 Oakdale Court
4.81(
16
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
29 local quotes requested

Dynamic Air has been around for more than 30 years . We are family owned and operated, and all our workers are master mechanics and installers. Each one of our guys have been with us for atlas 15 years. Very competitive on pricing also very clean when we are in our customers homes. We are a highly recommended company with great reviews all over north Jersey

"Excellent. They were reliable, came when they were suppose to come. They were extremely professional and I would highly recommend them to anyone"

Rhona K on July 2021

Dynamic Air has been around for more than 30 years . We are family owned and operated, and all our workers are master mechanics and installers. Each one of our guys have been with us for atlas 15 years. Very competitive on pricing also very clean when we are in our customers homes. We are a highly recommended company with great reviews all over north Jersey

"Excellent. They were reliable, came when they were suppose to come. They were extremely professional and I would highly recommend them to anyone"

Rhona K on July 2021


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Gold Medal Service

11 Cotters Lane East
3.57(
355
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Gold Medal Service

11 Cotters Lane East
3.57(
355
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
100 local quotes requested
45 years of experience

Plumbing, HVAC, and electrical systems make your house livable. One minor issue with any of these systems can put your home at a standstill. In case you find yourself in this unfortunate situation, know that you can count on Gold Medal Service. For over 24 years, our company has been taking care of the homes of New Jersey residents through our top quality plumbing, HVAC, and electrical services. We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to address even the most mind-boggling issues of your in-home equipment. From repairs, installations, and upgrades, our technicians are known for getting the job done right every time. We also provide upfront pricing with a full description of the service before commencing work to avoid any surprises down the line.

"I just finished having my new furnace and AC unit installed by Gold Metal. Workers were really great and did a very good job. Did a great job of leaving the area very clean and were very professional. I have used Gold Metal for years and have always been happy with their service. I would highly recomend their services."

JEFF K on August 2025

Plumbing, HVAC, and electrical systems make your house livable. One minor issue with any of these systems can put your home at a standstill. In case you find yourself in this unfortunate situation, know that you can count on Gold Medal Service. For over 24 years, our company has been taking care of the homes of New Jersey residents through our top quality plumbing, HVAC, and electrical services. We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to address even the most mind-boggling issues of your in-home equipment. From repairs, installations, and upgrades, our technicians are known for getting the job done right every time. We also provide upfront pricing with a full description of the service before commencing work to avoid any surprises down the line.

"I just finished having my new furnace and AC unit installed by Gold Metal. Workers were really great and did a very good job. Did a great job of leaving the area very clean and were very professional. I have used Gold Metal for years and have always been happy with their service. I would highly recomend their services."

JEFF K on August 2025


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Wayne Refrigeration Air & Heat

164 Hendel Ave
5.00(
6
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Approved Pro

Wayne Refrigeration Air & Heat

164 Hendel Ave
5.00(
6
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
45 local quotes requested

Wayne Refrigeration Air Conditioning Heating is a family owned and operates on basic principles of honesty. excellence, integrity and complete customer satisfaction by doing the job right the first time. We specialize in HVAC design for New homes and replacement of HVAC systems for renovations on existing homes and trouble shooting non working systems to making them working systems once again. WE OFFER DISCOUNTS TO THE FOLLOWING : Seniors, Teachers, Medical personnel and First responders. We are also experienced in the refrigeration field and offer services to Restaurants , cafe's and all those in the light commercial locations.

"Efficient and solved the problem!"

Elena M on May 2024

Wayne Refrigeration Air Conditioning Heating is a family owned and operates on basic principles of honesty. excellence, integrity and complete customer satisfaction by doing the job right the first time. We specialize in HVAC design for New homes and replacement of HVAC systems for renovations on existing homes and trouble shooting non working systems to making them working systems once again. WE OFFER DISCOUNTS TO THE FOLLOWING : Seniors, Teachers, Medical personnel and First responders. We are also experienced in the refrigeration field and offer services to Restaurants , cafe's and all those in the light commercial locations.

"Efficient and solved the problem!"

Elena M on May 2024


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Chapman Bros. Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning

36 North Ave E
4.38(
195
)
Approved Pro

Chapman Bros. Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning

36 North Ave E
4.38(
195
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
162 local quotes requested
93 years of experience

Headed by master plumbers, William Schinestuhl and Tom Swick, Chapman Brothers continues a long tradition of plumbing, heating and cooling service in the Union, Essex, and Middlesex county area. Originally founded in 1932, Chapman Brothers is one the longest running plumbing and heating companies in New Jersey. With a highly trained staff representing more than 150 years experience, Chapman Brothers has over 5000 customers in the area that can attest to the technical abilities and customer service skills of its trained technicians and staff. NJ Plumbing License #6073 William Schinestuhl – NJ Plumbing License #6848 Thomas Swick. Additional DBA - New Jersey Plumbing & Heating Inc. Award winning. Senior Discount up to $200 off. Cannot combine w/other offers.

"$350 for 30 minutes of service. Never again."

Brian S on September 2021

Headed by master plumbers, William Schinestuhl and Tom Swick, Chapman Brothers continues a long tradition of plumbing, heating and cooling service in the Union, Essex, and Middlesex county area. Originally founded in 1932, Chapman Brothers is one the longest running plumbing and heating companies in New Jersey. With a highly trained staff representing more than 150 years experience, Chapman Brothers has over 5000 customers in the area that can attest to the technical abilities and customer service skills of its trained technicians and staff. NJ Plumbing License #6073 William Schinestuhl – NJ Plumbing License #6848 Thomas Swick. Additional DBA - New Jersey Plumbing & Heating Inc. Award winning. Senior Discount up to $200 off. Cannot combine w/other offers.

"$350 for 30 minutes of service. Never again."

Brian S on September 2021


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Green Apple Mechanical

96 Belmont Ave
4.77(
70
)
Approved Pro

Green Apple Mechanical

96 Belmont Ave
4.77(
70
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
45 local quotes requested

Green Apple provides quality heating, and cooling services to homeowners in New Jersey. Our team is dedicated to providing hassle-free, fast, and affordable services for all your home’s needs. Trust our expert workmanship and quality products for your home’s heating, and cooling needs. Additional Phones: (201) 300-5554, (973) 826-5126, and (201) 630-0009.

"Green Apple was very professional and reasonable. I recommend them."

Larry B on July 2022

Green Apple provides quality heating, and cooling services to homeowners in New Jersey. Our team is dedicated to providing hassle-free, fast, and affordable services for all your home’s needs. Trust our expert workmanship and quality products for your home’s heating, and cooling needs. Additional Phones: (201) 300-5554, (973) 826-5126, and (201) 630-0009.

"Green Apple was very professional and reasonable. I recommend them."

Larry B on July 2022


"They did an outstanding job replacing my entire AC system. I highly recommend them for their top-notch service and efficiency!"

Sam J on July 2025

Air Conditioning and Heating Services - We're a team of experienced and qualified HVAC technicians dedicated to providing exceptional service, expert repairs, and top-notch installations for your Cooling and Heating systems.

"They did an outstanding job replacing my entire AC system. I highly recommend them for their top-notch service and efficiency!"

Sam J on July 2025


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Ryan & Company

44 Abbett Ave
4.48(
64
)
Approved Pro

Ryan & Company

44 Abbett Ave
4.48(
64
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
118 local quotes requested
76 years of experience

We are a Family owned & operated business. Ryan & Co.,Inc. is a full service Plumbing, Heating and Cooling repair and installation company established in 1949 with a genuine commitment to professional, affordable & personalized service.

"Great job guys. Lovely working with them"

Robert H on July 2024

We are a Family owned & operated business. Ryan & Co.,Inc. is a full service Plumbing, Heating and Cooling repair and installation company established in 1949 with a genuine commitment to professional, affordable & personalized service.

"Great job guys. Lovely working with them"

Robert H on July 2024


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MDL Electric LLC Cooling & Heating

4 Harrison Ave
4.61(
128
)
Approved Pro

MDL Electric LLC Cooling & Heating

4 Harrison Ave
4.61(
128
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
243 local quotes requested
18 years of experience

We provide our diverse Northern NJ customers a prompt response, consistently top quality electrical work designed to meet and exceed local and national industry standards for safety and efficiency, regardless of the size or scale of the electrical work. MDL Electric LLC, a family owned electrical contracting business established in 2007. The owner, Miguel Deleon started working in the electrical industry since 1993; he has over 20 years of electrical experience in all aspects of electrical work. We are committed to providing exceptional service, expertise to every project and get the job done and guarantees customer satisfaction. All our technicians are trained and certified; backgrounds checked and attend continuing education seminars to be up to date on electrical codes. For more than 20 years, Miguel De Leon has been providing solutions oriented to each customer may it be Residential, Commercial, or Industrial. Our mission is to create successful and lasting partnerships by exceeding expectations and gaining trust through exceptional performance. Let MDL Electric LLC bring power to your next project. We are a fully licensed Electrical and HVAC Business. Call us and experience true family quality.

"I contacted MDL Electric LLC Cooling and Heating on 01/19/19 Saturday evening via Angie's List messaging on my tablet. A response came within 15 minutes but I missed it since I didn't expect a reply that night. The first reply stated that someone would help me out first thing Monday morning. I replied the next day (Sunday 01/20) at 1pm asking for a specific time. The next reply on Angie's List messaging came at 7 min. after midnight on 01/21 stating 10-11 am but I didn't see it thinking "first thing" Monday morning implied around 7:30 when MDL states that they open for business. Another reply came at 07.34 in the morning stating that they would be arriving between 8-8:30 am. I also received a phone call at 7.35 am from Miguel the owner stating that Rudy was the name of guy that was coming between 8-8:30 am. At 8.00 am, the doorbell rang, the contractor came on time! Rudy arrived and I told him the problem and the possible culprits. I also mentioned that I was an Angie's List member and that MDL Electric LLC Cooling & Heating stated on their profile & website for 10% off if you were an Angie's List member and asked for an estimate of the price when he was done diagnosing. He simply replied that he didn't know and that someone else would take care of the pricing and billing. I was a bit hesitant but Monday was extremely cold: 6 degrees outside so I described my problem to Rudy hoping I wouldn't be price gouged. Another contractor stated they wanted $200 just to show up (diagnosis fee + more if additional work needed to be done) and MDL just sent someone to help correct the problem. I'm not sure if one is better than the other but I like doing business with family owned companies so I gave Rudy a chance. A non-GFCI outlet outside, 1 GFCI outlet inside near the sink, and other 2 other outlets that turned off appliances when I used them w/ an industrial strength extension cord from Home Depot. It could possibly be causing problems upstairs with the 2 switches in the bathroom if they were on the same circuit and that the house has solar installed. The last part is important because it scares away most contractors if they find out you have solar installed or the price quote goes up. It can be dangerous and it's always good disclosing the work environment before the contractor arrives. Two other electrical contractors saw that I had solar and just stated that they couldn't help me at all. I had already purchased a dozen commercial grade Levitron outlets but I didn't have any internal electrical wire or light switches for the bathroom upstairs and asked Rudy if he needed anything else. He inspected the parts that I provided then told me he'd be right back and went outside to his car to get his tools. Rudy went to the electrical panel, did a quick diagnosis and replaced the GFCI outlet inside the house. I showed him the outside outlet and he said that it should be a GFCI outlet outside. I agreed and he proceeded to install the GFCI outlet & non-metallic box that I had previously ordered for another job (that I was going to do myself but having solar installed scared me off). Everything worked after that, no need to replace any other outlet! The outside GFCI outlet was difficult to install but Rudy managed to fix the issue of the space behind the outlet being too deep. Before leaving, Rudy asked if I wanted him to fix the switches in the bathroom upstairs that I showed him earlier. I said no, leave them for another time since I did not have any parts for him to change out. I had a similar issue with a tenant at another location that needed to be diagnosed where there was no power from an outlet and the lights in a nearby room were dimming as a result. I asked if I needed to request another quote using Angie's List for the location or if Rudy was allowed to work at the other location once he finished up. Miguel called me on the phone and asked some questions then said that Rudy can follow me to the other location. I called ahead to make sure the tenant was home for the visit: no sense in wasting electrician & my time if tenant wasn't available. At the other location, Rudy went to the electrical panel, did some diagnosis and proceeded to replace an outlet that a non-electrician handyman had previously closed off. A little before 9:30, 2 locations, 3 replaced outlets (2 of them GFCI and 1 of them outdoors in the frigid cold) with diagnosis at both locations, job was completed. Tenant was happy, I was happy. Miguel called me at 9.30 am when the job was done and quoted me $350 for the job, with a 3.5% ($12.25) fee if I needed to use a credit card. I gave him my details over the phone and received a receipt for the transaction today via email which I provided to Miguel via text message yesterday. While I don't know if that price includes the 10% discount for being an Angie's List member, I figured Miguel can keep it as a tip for a job well done. I tried to use that other "free" contractor service but they kept trying to verify me before they would let me see a contractor list so thank you Angie's List! I apologize for the formatting, it was formatted before being submitted to Angie's List, afterwards, it looks like a huge block of text with absolutely no formatting. That's Angie's List, not my writing."

Derek C on January 2019

We provide our diverse Northern NJ customers a prompt response, consistently top quality electrical work designed to meet and exceed local and national industry standards for safety and efficiency, regardless of the size or scale of the electrical work. MDL Electric LLC, a family owned electrical contracting business established in 2007. The owner, Miguel Deleon started working in the electrical industry since 1993; he has over 20 years of electrical experience in all aspects of electrical work. We are committed to providing exceptional service, expertise to every project and get the job done and guarantees customer satisfaction. All our technicians are trained and certified; backgrounds checked and attend continuing education seminars to be up to date on electrical codes. For more than 20 years, Miguel De Leon has been providing solutions oriented to each customer may it be Residential, Commercial, or Industrial. Our mission is to create successful and lasting partnerships by exceeding expectations and gaining trust through exceptional performance. Let MDL Electric LLC bring power to your next project. We are a fully licensed Electrical and HVAC Business. Call us and experience true family quality.

"I contacted MDL Electric LLC Cooling and Heating on 01/19/19 Saturday evening via Angie's List messaging on my tablet. A response came within 15 minutes but I missed it since I didn't expect a reply that night. The first reply stated that someone would help me out first thing Monday morning. I replied the next day (Sunday 01/20) at 1pm asking for a specific time. The next reply on Angie's List messaging came at 7 min. after midnight on 01/21 stating 10-11 am but I didn't see it thinking "first thing" Monday morning implied around 7:30 when MDL states that they open for business. Another reply came at 07.34 in the morning stating that they would be arriving between 8-8:30 am. I also received a phone call at 7.35 am from Miguel the owner stating that Rudy was the name of guy that was coming between 8-8:30 am. At 8.00 am, the doorbell rang, the contractor came on time! Rudy arrived and I told him the problem and the possible culprits. I also mentioned that I was an Angie's List member and that MDL Electric LLC Cooling & Heating stated on their profile & website for 10% off if you were an Angie's List member and asked for an estimate of the price when he was done diagnosing. He simply replied that he didn't know and that someone else would take care of the pricing and billing. I was a bit hesitant but Monday was extremely cold: 6 degrees outside so I described my problem to Rudy hoping I wouldn't be price gouged. Another contractor stated they wanted $200 just to show up (diagnosis fee + more if additional work needed to be done) and MDL just sent someone to help correct the problem. I'm not sure if one is better than the other but I like doing business with family owned companies so I gave Rudy a chance. A non-GFCI outlet outside, 1 GFCI outlet inside near the sink, and other 2 other outlets that turned off appliances when I used them w/ an industrial strength extension cord from Home Depot. It could possibly be causing problems upstairs with the 2 switches in the bathroom if they were on the same circuit and that the house has solar installed. The last part is important because it scares away most contractors if they find out you have solar installed or the price quote goes up. It can be dangerous and it's always good disclosing the work environment before the contractor arrives. Two other electrical contractors saw that I had solar and just stated that they couldn't help me at all. I had already purchased a dozen commercial grade Levitron outlets but I didn't have any internal electrical wire or light switches for the bathroom upstairs and asked Rudy if he needed anything else. He inspected the parts that I provided then told me he'd be right back and went outside to his car to get his tools. Rudy went to the electrical panel, did a quick diagnosis and replaced the GFCI outlet inside the house. I showed him the outside outlet and he said that it should be a GFCI outlet outside. I agreed and he proceeded to install the GFCI outlet & non-metallic box that I had previously ordered for another job (that I was going to do myself but having solar installed scared me off). Everything worked after that, no need to replace any other outlet! The outside GFCI outlet was difficult to install but Rudy managed to fix the issue of the space behind the outlet being too deep. Before leaving, Rudy asked if I wanted him to fix the switches in the bathroom upstairs that I showed him earlier. I said no, leave them for another time since I did not have any parts for him to change out. I had a similar issue with a tenant at another location that needed to be diagnosed where there was no power from an outlet and the lights in a nearby room were dimming as a result. I asked if I needed to request another quote using Angie's List for the location or if Rudy was allowed to work at the other location once he finished up. Miguel called me on the phone and asked some questions then said that Rudy can follow me to the other location. I called ahead to make sure the tenant was home for the visit: no sense in wasting electrician & my time if tenant wasn't available. At the other location, Rudy went to the electrical panel, did some diagnosis and proceeded to replace an outlet that a non-electrician handyman had previously closed off. A little before 9:30, 2 locations, 3 replaced outlets (2 of them GFCI and 1 of them outdoors in the frigid cold) with diagnosis at both locations, job was completed. Tenant was happy, I was happy. Miguel called me at 9.30 am when the job was done and quoted me $350 for the job, with a 3.5% ($12.25) fee if I needed to use a credit card. I gave him my details over the phone and received a receipt for the transaction today via email which I provided to Miguel via text message yesterday. While I don't know if that price includes the 10% discount for being an Angie's List member, I figured Miguel can keep it as a tip for a job well done. I tried to use that other "free" contractor service but they kept trying to verify me before they would let me see a contractor list so thank you Angie's List! I apologize for the formatting, it was formatted before being submitted to Angie's List, afterwards, it looks like a huge block of text with absolutely no formatting. That's Angie's List, not my writing."

Derek C on January 2019

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Wood Stove Inspection questions, answered by experts

If you're looking for supplemental heating for your home, an electric fireplace can be worth purchasing. A prefab, freestanding model will only set you back a few hundred dollars and can help to heat up drafty or cooler rooms. Electric fireplaces don't have the maintenance requirements of gas or wood-burning fireplaces and don't require you to buy wood or other fuel.

Installing a fireplace outside could be more affordable, but that depends on several factors. If you’re only considering an outdoor fireplace to save on installation costs, you may be surprised once you start receiving quotes. On average, an outdoor fireplace costs around $3,000 to install, but the price can vary significantly depending on how ambitious your outdoor design plans are.

Like any other household appliance, electric fireplaces can wear out after about 10 to 20 years. With more frequent use, the parts will wear out quicker, and you may get just 7 to 10 years out of a well-loved electric fireplace. Fortunately, electric fireplaces come with a lower upfront installation cost compared to alternatives like gas, so you can install a replacement for less.

If you have a gas fireplace, you should be able to see a vent exiting the fireplace directly to the outside of your home. You may also see gas lines leading to the fireplace. If the firebox in the fireplace is completely empty, it’s a wood-burning fireplace. There should be no burners or igniters in the fireplace.

One of the main disadvantages of wood-burning stoves is that they use wood as fuel. This requires a lot of work, including buying or chopping wood, cutting it to the right size for your stove, and adding more logs to the fire throughout the day. You’ll also need a dry place to store the wood.

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