Can a Gas Fireplace Efficiently Warm My House?
The long, cold winters in Belleville, ON often result in expensive heating bills. When you’re looking for a way to stay warm and save money, you might wonder if a gas fireplace could efficiently heat your home. In cold climates like Belleville’s, your fireplace serves as a supplement to your furnace, but it won’t be able to efficiently heat your entire house by itself. Here’s what it can do. Gas Fireplace Energy Efficiency A direct-vent gas fireplace offers about 70% efficiency. This means that 70% of the natural gas turns into heat for your home, and the other 30% is...
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