No, you do not need an existing fireplace--a pellet insert can be installed without a fireplace.

Do you need a fireplace for a pellet stove?

As pellet stoves have real flames, they need to be vented. You dont need a chimney or flue to have a pellet stove in your home though. Pellet stoves can be direct vented to the outside via an external wall in your home, meaning that they dont just have to inserted into your existing fireplace to work.

Will a pellet stove insert heat my whole house?

A pellet stove can do a great job at heating a whole house if the right heat output stove is installed to suit the size of home. Pellet stoves that heat water for circulation around the house can often be a better solution compared to pellet stove that blow hot air when looking to heat a whole house.

Are fireplace inserts necessary?

A fireplace insert is basically a stove, wood or gas, that is designed to be inserted into a fireplace that is already there. You need an insert not a fireplace when you already have a fireplace in the home, you dont want to do any construction, when you want the simplest conversion.

Can you put a pellet stove on an inside wall?

There is special vent piping for pellet stoves where 3 minimum clearance will be used when going through ceilings and walls where there is anything combustible. These are approved by the Underwriters Laboratories for safety reasons.

How long do fireplace inserts last?

20-30 years However, when properly maintained, a fireplace insert can last 20-30 years or more, making them a great investment in the future of your home.

Do fireplace inserts increase home value?

A homeowner can often recover over 100 percent of the expenses associated with adding a fireplace upon selling their home. According to the National Association of Real Estate Appraisers, adding a fireplace to home can increase the resale value of the home by as much as 6-12 percent.

Can I burn paper in my pellet stove?

You can inspect the quality of pellets by checking the amount of dust in the bag. Some pellet stoves (called multi-fuel units) can burn various forms of pellet fuels, such as corn, hulled wheat, cherry pits, waste paper pellets and grass pellets. To prevent damage be sure to use only the fuel specified for your stove.

Will a fan help circulate heat?

Fans can be used to encourage air circulation and move the warm air down from the ceiling to your level. Using fans to circulate heat allows you to lower the thermostat and save on energy bills. Ensure your home is warm this winter by making sure your insulation is secure, and by using fans to circulate heat.

Do potato peelings clean your chimney?

Toss the potato peels carefully into a burning fireplace. The potato peels burn at high energy and will help push the soot and creosote out of the chimney.

How hard is it to replace a fireplace insert?

Replacing your gas fireplace insert can be an easy home project; if you have the right tools, this job can be done in a short time. The first thing you must do is turn off the gas to the house and the breaker that supplies electricity to the fireplace itself. Begin by unscrewing the fireplace doors and taking them off.More items •Nov 20, 2010

What is a zero-clearance fireplace insert?

Zero-clearance fireplaces are pre-manufactured fireplaces that can be installed almost directly against combustible materials like wood, walls, or panelling. The construction and materials of the firebox do not allow the outside temperatures of the firebox to affect those materials and do not require a hearth.

How do I know if my fireplace is prefabricated or masonry?

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