Buy a New Electric Fireplace, Logs, or Insert for Your Madison Home
Looking to enhance the warmth and charm of your Madison home with a new fireplace, but don’t want to deal with the hassle of wood or a gas line installation? Consider our electric fireplaces, log sets, or inserts.
Our selection of electric heating options offers the perfect blend of modern convenience and traditional ambiance, ensuring you get that cozy and inviting atmosphere you’re craving…without any additional stress or mess involved. Just flip the switch and you’ve got heat!
Whether you’re looking to add a sophisticated touch to your living space or are seeking an efficient and stylish heating solution, our electric fireplaces, logs, and inserts are designed to meet your needs. Call now with questions or reach out to us online today.
What Electric Fireplace Products Do You Sell?
We sell a wide range of brand and style options:
- Electric Fireplaces: An electric fireplace is a standalone unit that mimics the look of a traditional fireplace using LED lights and a heating element. It can be easily installed in any room – and moved around later on – providing both visual appeal and supplemental heat…just without the need for a chimney or venting system.
- Electric Fireplace Inserts: An electric fireplace insert is designed to fit into an existing fireplace opening, converting a traditional wood or gas fireplace into an electric one. It provides realistic flame effects and heat, making it a convenient and efficient upgrade for any old fireplace.
- Electric Fireplace Logs: Electric fireplace logs are a set of faux logs equipped with LED lights and a heating element, designed to replicate the look and feel of a real wood-burning fire. They can be placed inside an existing fireplace or used independently, offering an easy way to enjoy the ambiance of a fire – without the hassle (and mess) of real logs.
Which sounds like the best fit for your setup and needs? Whatever you’re looking for, we’re here to help. Reach out now to get started.
What Are the Benefits of Using Electric Heating Appliances?
When most think of an electric fireplace, they think of the downsides…how it’s not quite the same as having a nice, crackling wood fire blazing away. That said, before you opt for alternative heating options, it’s important to consider all you have to gain with one of these investments.
Things like:
- You get high levels of efficiency and heat output. Electric heating appliances convert almost all the electricity they consume into heat, resulting in heightened efficiency and more heat for your living space. This can then lead to lower energy costs and reduced waste.
- Electric options tend to be safer than other fuel types. Electric heaters do not burn fuel internally, so there is no risk of carbon monoxide poisoning, explosions, or other combustion-related hazards. They are generally safer to operate compared to gas or wood options.
- They’re portable. A big downside of a wood fireplace is that you can’t take it with you when you move to a new home. With electric fireplaces, you can transport them wherever you like! This also means extra flexibility when it comes to rearranging your current home.
- They’re highly convenient to operate. Electric heating appliances are typically easy to install and require minimal maintenance after the fact. They can be used in various settings without the need for complex infrastructure, like fuel lines or chimneys, and they’re very easy to operate.
- You’ll have more control over settings and heat output. Electric heating appliances often come with precise temperature control options, timers, and programmable settings, allowing for better management of your heating needs. They also provide immediate heat as soon as they’re turned on, unlike some systems that may take time to warm up.
- They have low environmental impacts. Electric options produce no direct emissions, making them a cleaner option compared to fossil fuel-based heating systems.
- They’re quiet and peaceful. Many electric heaters operate quietly, making them suitable for use in bedrooms, offices, and other environments where noise could be disruptive.
- They’re affordable. Electric heating appliances are typically more cost-effective than other fuel types, and often have lower upfront installation costs.
- They produce no mess. Wood systems are known for producing ash and forcing the homeowner to deal with messy, bug-infested wood piles. With an electric option, you just flip the switch to enjoy that warm and inviting ambiance – can’t beat that.
Have we convinced you yet? If so, reach out now to get set up.
How Does an Electric Fireplace Work?
A quick explanation? An electric fireplace works by using electricity to create the illusion of a real fire and provide heat.
Looking for a more in-depth look? Electric fireplaces use the following components to create that ideal fireplace experience in your home:
- LED Lights: The realistic flame effect is created using LED lights and a rotating reflective mechanism. The LEDs project light onto a screen or through a set of mirrors, creating the illusion of flickering flames.
- Display: Some electric fireplaces use advanced technology like holographic displays or screens to enhance the realism of the flame effect.
- Heating Element: To produce that desired heat, electric options use a metal coil or ceramic heating element. When electricity passes through this element, it heats up.
- Blower Fan: A fan or blower distributes the heat generated by the heating element throughout the room. This helps to circulate warm air and evenly heat the space.
- Thermostat: Many electric fireplaces come with a built-in thermostat that allows users to set and maintain a desired room temperature.
- Remote Control: Most modern units offer a remote control for easy operation, so you can easily adjust the flame intensity, heat level, and other settings from a distance.
- Automatic Shut-Off: Many models have an automatic shut-off feature that activates if the unit overheats or tips over.
Overall, electric fireplaces provide a safe, convenient, and efficient way to enjoy the ambiance and warmth of a traditional fireplace – without the need for wood, gas, or venting.
Can You Put an Electric Fireplace Insert in an Existing Fireplace?
Yes! You can definitely put an electric fireplace insert in an existing fireplace, and it makes for a seamless way to turn a high-maintenance or out-of-work masonry system into an efficient and cozy fireplace once again.
Not to mention, with various styles and sizes available on the market, electric fireplace inserts can seamlessly integrate into your existing decor, no problem.
Installing an electric insert involves placing the unit into the existing fireplace cavity and plugging it into a standard electrical outlet. This process is relatively simple and doesn’t require any venting or modifications to the chimney. That said, we strongly recommend hiring a professional to ensure everything is done right, ensuring you the best – and safest – results possible.
Once all is installed and set up, the electric insert provides realistic flame effects and supplemental heat, transforming your old, outdated fireplace into a modern, low-maintenance heating machine.
Do Electric Fireplaces Use a Lot of Energy?
Electric fireplaces are very energy-efficient and do not use a lot of energy, especially when compared to other heating options. And if only the flame effect is used (without the heating function), the energy consumption is significantly lower yet.
Now, the cost of running an electric fireplace will obviously depend on the local electricity rates and how often the unit is used. But, overall, it is thought to be a more cost-effective heating option than traditional wood or gas fireplaces, both of which require fuel and more maintenance.
Additionally, electric fireplaces can be used to heat specific areas, allowing you to zone heat. Zone heating allows the homeowner to lower the central heating thermostat and reduce overall energy consumption.
Do Electric Logs Need To Be Vented?
No, electric logs do not need to be vented – they operate without producing combustion gases that require an escape route out of your home. Rather, they are designed to be used in spaces without a chimney or venting system, offering convenience and flexibility in installation.
Shop Quality Electric Fireplaces at Hansen & Sons
Transform your Madison home into a haven of warmth and style with our exquisite range of electric fireplaces, logs, and inserts. We’ll help you find the perfect match for your interior, allowing you to enjoy all the benefits of efficient heating, stunning visuals, and easy maintenance.
Visit us today to explore our collection and find the ideal electric fireplace solution for your home. You can also call with questions or fill out our online contact form to get in touch. Thanks for choosing us!
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No interest if paid in full within 12 months
Interest will be charged to your account from the purchase date if the purchase balance is not paid in full within the promotional period.*
*The Wells Fargo Home Projects credit card is issued by Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., an Equal Housing Lender. Special terms apply to qualifying purchases charged with approved credit. Minimum monthly payments are required during the promotional (special terms) period. Interest will be charged to your account from the purchase date at the APR for Purchases if the purchase balance is not paid in full within the promotional (special terms) period. Paying only the minimum monthly payment will not pay off the purchase balance before the end of the promotional period. For new accounts, the APR for Purchases is 28.99%. If you are charged interest in any billing cycle, the minimum interest charge will be $1.00. This information is accurate as of 09/01/2024 and is subject to change. For current information, call us at 1-800-431-5921.