Convert a Fireplace to Gas
Converting your wood-burning fireplace to natural gas is a great idea. All you’ll have to do is flip a switch or touch a remote and you’re warm and cozy. No more hauling wood, getting smoke in your eyes, or cleaning up ashes.
More Advantages of Gas Fireplace Inserts:
- Operating Costs: Your savings depend on the amount of time you use your fireplace. The average cost of a therm (100,000 BTU) of gas in the Twin Cities has been about $ .50. Therefore, the cost to operate a 25,000 BTU fireplace for one hour is only about 12 cents!
- Efficiency: Most gas fireplaces burn with a thermal efficiency of 70 percent or higher. Efficiency will vary depending on venting applications.
- Beauty & Customization: Gas fireplace inserts from Kozy Heat have a giant assortment of glass media and optional accents, giving your fireplace a look that compliments and enhances its surroundings. It's easy to change things up in the future, with new glass media, logs or lighting accents.
- Gas Fireplace Heat Output: : A fireplace with a 21,000 BTU input, at about 70 percent efficiency, can heat up to 1,000 square feet in the average home. The amount of heat a gas fireplace generates is dependent on the type of glass used and the BTU of the fireplace.
- Heat During a Power Outage: Our fireplace inserts have standing pilot lights that don't require electricity. You can use your gas fireplace as an auxiliary heating source during power outages.
- Environmentally Friendly: Natural gas is the “most environmentally clean” fossil fuel and doesn’t require expensive, pollution-causing processing.
FREE in-home visits are available within the Twin Cities and select areas of greater Minnesota. The free consultation helps you determine the best gas fireplace or insert to fit your needs and décor. You can also make an appointment to visit our hearth showroom in Golden Valley to see the latest models.
What Are Some Good Gas Fireplace Inserts?
Before choosing a fireplace insert, make sure the manufacturer has earned a reputation for manufacturing high-quality, low-maintenance gas fireplace products. Remember, you are investing in a purchase that can increase your home value and will be used most months of the year—so choose carefully.
At HSP, we only sell and install Kozy Heat products because we’re confident in their quality, beauty and reliability. You can rest easy that Home Service Plus is a long-term partner for you—with annual tune-up options and service for many years of enjoyment.
Benefits of Kozy Heat:
- High-quality craftsmanship & reliability we can back up
- Get the right look with a large selection of inserts, media & decor
- Great prices & warranties available through our partnership
- Made in Minnesota
Get your FREE in-home consultation from Home Service Plus and see how a Kozy Heat fireplace insert will look in your home.
How Much Does a Gas Fireplace Cost?
Costs for gas fireplace inserts start at $4,500, including installation, for a direct-vent insert from Kozy Heat. Smart shoppers know to consider all value factors such as workmanship, warranties, installation and customer service.
Don’t let anyone trick you into thinking you’re getting an amazing deal, only to surprise you with add-on charges or installation fees. Work with a well-established business that will back up its work, and provide you with the best available rebates and warranties. Home Service Plus offers competitive natural gas fireplace prices throughout the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area and much of Greater Minnesota.
All HSP fireplace sales include:
- High quality, Minnesota-made products from Kozy Heat
- Installation includes code compliance, permits & pressurized leak-test
- Comprehensive warranties
- Flexible payment & financing options
A FREE in-home consultation is your first step for peace of mind when purchasing a gas fireplace insert. After discussing your fireplace options and examining your home’s configuration, we’ll give you a price estimate for the purchase and installation of the gas fireplace that’s right for you.
Payment & Finance Options
As Minnesota’s largest service provider of major appliance repair, replacement and maintenance, CenterPoint Energy’s Home Service Plus is able to offer financing and payment options rarely seen in the industry.
Financing options for qualifying customers:
- 12 payments with NO interest
- 3-, 4-, and 5-year financing with competitive interest rates
Flexible payment options:
- CenterPoint Energy/HSP customers can get payment amounts added to their bill
- Credit card (Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express)
- Check
- Cash discount if you pay in full (via check) when signing your contract!
Rebates may currently be available - Get your FREE in-home consultation or request product information.
Installation of Your Gas Fireplace Insert
CenterPoint Energy’s Home Service Plus has more than 40 years of gas fireplace experience. You can trust us for a safe installation of your beautiful, new natural gas insert.
Each fireplace and insert installation is unique! A general timeline follows, but can vary depending upon the amount of finishing work, time of year and code requirements Your HSP sales rep will be able to give you further insight during your free in-home consultation.
Timing from Purchase to Installation
- During off-peak months, installation will typically begin within five to 10 days from the time of purchase.
- During peak months, it may take us two to three weeks.
- If your purchase includes custom products, the order may take longer.
How many Days & Visits will it take?
- Installation requires a minimum of two days because most communities require a 24-hour pressure test on the gas line (to ensure there are no leaks).
- The number of visits required varies, depending on how much finishing work we provide for the installation.
Who Can Install It?
- Manufacturers recommend that gas hearth products be installed by qualified technicians for safety reasons and to avoid improper installations.
- All HSP products must be installed by one of our qualified and authorized installers.
Request a free consultation for further details on natural gas fireplace installation from CenterPoint Energy's Home Service Plus.
