Why Switch From Wood Logs to a Propane Log Set?

Yes, it’s August. Yes, temperatures are still steamy here in North Carolina. And yes, we’re still a couple of weeks from Labor Day.

But don’t let all of that fool you: in just a few months, we’ll be watching temperatures dip – and you’ll be looking for the warmest spot in the house to relax and hunker down. If you have a wood-burning fireplace, it could be the perfect setting for getting cozy.

The problem with that scenario is that gathering wood, starting and maintaining a fire, and cleaning up afterward takes a lot of effort – sometimes too much effort to justify a few short hours of relaxation. If that’s the case, and you still want to enjoy a winter full of cozy fires, a propane gas log set could be perfect for you.

Propane Fireplace Perks

Propane gas logs offer an efficient, convenient alternative to burning wood if you have an existing brick or concrete mantle. Choose propane gas logs and you will:

• Get one-button convenience – Get an instant fire glow at the push of a button; push that button again and the fire’s out, with no waiting for embers to die down.
• Cut your heating bills – A direct-vent propane log set pumps out the BTUs much more efficiently than wood, which means you won’t pay a lot to keep it running. With all that generated heat, you can turn down the thermostat in your central heating system a couple of degrees, saving more money.
• Stay safer – Open fires pose many dangers, from falling wood to flying embers and blown-back smoke – not to mention creosote buildup in your chimney, which is a major fire hazard (and a costly expense to keep on top of). All of these problems are eliminated with gas logs – just get them professionally maintained once a year and you’ll be good to go.
• Shrink your carbon footprint –Propane burns cleaner than wood, so there are fewer carbon emissions – especially particulates – with a propane fireplace insert.

Upgrade your wood-burning fireplace with a direct vent propane log set – professionally installed by James Oxygen. Want yours ready for the early fall? Contact us today for a FREE estimate on propane gas log installations in western North Carolina!