Purchasing the perfect fireplace for your home – Fireplaces near me London
The fireplace is usually seen as the centre piece, the focal point and the heart of every home. You can purchase a fireplace that will fit into your home interior, without a major hassle. It can be done from the comfort of your own home through our online shop.
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You can purchase beautiful ready to install fireplaces on our online shop or you can call our professional fireplace installers/ fitters today
We are based in London but service all of the UK.
What to think about when purchasing a fireplace?
There are a few things that you need to consider when choosing a fireplace. The biggest one is your budget. Your budget should not only include the initial purchasing price of a fireplace but also the cost that builds throughout the years. You need to consider maintenance costs, the cost of usage whether, that would be paying for lumber, gas or electricity. Another thing that you may want to consider when purchasing a fireplace is the flue system that you need when installing a fireplace. For a wood burning fireplace, you need to install or connect it to a chimney. They also need flue system installation. The flue system can be a steel flue liner, or a more modern flue liner such as our furan-flex liners. A gas fireplace on the other hand only needs a PVC piping flue line which, is a less expensive alternative. Another major factor to consider is that every fireplace needs proper ventilation. The smoke needs to be released properly, in order to avoid people becoming ill and dizzy from the gases. When it comes to more aesthetic things, we of course want to consider the design, style and fireplace surround that is part of the overall look and feel of your home furnishing.
What types of fireplaces are there to choose from?
When it comes to fireplaces there is a massive amount to choose from, not only style wise but also energy source wise. You can choose from cast iron fireplaces, limestone fireplaces, modern fireplaces, Victorian style fireplaces and so much more. The list is limitless. Energy source wise there are a few main options, each of which has its advantages and disadvantages. You have your typical wood burning fireplaces, which are traditional but do not heat your home as much as other energy sources. A lot of heat escapes through the chimney, unless certain elements are installed to reduce that from occurring. Then there is gas and electric, gas fireplaces are known to best heat large spaces. Lastly, you also have an eco-friendly option called bioethanol fires, they are more expensive and do not heat as well as other heat sources. However, they are a great fit for someone who is looking for a modern, innovative option.
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What is the cost of an individual fireplace?
The cost of a single fireplace can start from around £450 and go up from there. This cost depends on the size of fireplace, the type of material that was used to manufacture, the style and the energy source is uses.
What is the cost of fireplace installation and fitting?
The cost of the fireplace installation and fittings, varies from client to client. The cost usually depends on the complexity of the job and the number or hours needed to fit your brand new fireplace.
What is usually included in the price of a fireplace?
The price of a fireplace usually includes the fireplace, the mantel, the choice of energy source, the choice of hearth and any other smaller details that vary from product to product.
Where is Eddies Fireplace & Stove installation company located?
We are located and based in the London (M25) area however, we have clientele all over the UK from small town and major cities such as Birmingham, Manchester, Glasgow, Newcastle, Sheffield, Liverpool, Leeds, Nottingham, Bristol, Leicester and many more. Give us a call today!