Learn how to keep fireplaces safe, efficient, and beautiful year-round, and explore our guides on different types and styles, benefits, and more!
Gas, Wood, or Pellets: Which Fireplace Insert is Right for Me?
Jan 25, 2017
Whether you’re replacing a traditional wood-burning fireplace, building a new house, or retrofitting your home- Deciding exactly which fireplace insert is right for your needs can be a challenging task.… Read More
Why You Should Convert Your Traditional Fireplace to a Gas Insert or Fireplace
Jan 4, 2017
On cold winter nights in the Bay Area, wood smoke is the second-hand smoke of topmost concern, filling neighborhoods with fine particle pollution that is as harmful to your health… Read More
Hot Tub, Fireplace & Swim Spa Specials
Get a FREE In-Home Consultation: We’ll schedule a convenient time to visit you in order to: Help you select the perfect spot for your hot tub, swim spa, or fireplace… Read More
How Do Fireplace Inserts Work, Are They Safe, And Is It Worth The Money?
Dec 27, 2016
Fireplace inserts are a popular choice for many homeowners looking to retain the charm of their traditional fireplace but improve both its fuel efficiency and heat output. How Do Fireplace… Read More
Gas Inserts Transform Your Home
Jun 23, 2016
A Simple Change - A Big Transformation A gas fireplace insert may seem like a somewhat inconsequential change to a home. However, once installed, that gas insert may transform how… Read More
The Creative Energy Fireplace Story
Sep 2, 2015
Our Fireplace Story We started selling spas in 1976. By 1984 we realized that spas were very seasonal, and we needed a product to get through the winter months. Fireplaces… Read More
Fireplace Safety Tips
Aug 15, 2013
We love our fireplaces. In addition to being the centerpieces of ambiance in our homes, they warm our toes and our hearts too. But remember that one of their central… Read More
Improve Heat Efficiency with Fireplace Inserts
Sep 24, 2012
Bay area fireplace owners enjoy watching fires burn and value the ability to closely monitor a fire’s progress. However, most fireplaces allow too much air to enter the chimney. This… Read More
Fireplace Safety for Your Pets
Aug 6, 2012
Although most animals are naturally deterred by flames, fireplaces still pose a potential threat to household pets. While a fireplace is a rustic and inviting addition to a home, keeping… Read More
Electric Fireplaces: Great for Summer!
Jun 8, 2012
If you think that summer is an odd time to consider a fireplace purchase, think again! Electric fireplaces provide all of the coziness and atmosphere of a real crackling fireplace… Read More
The Energy Inefficient Wood Burning Fireplace
Feb 3, 2012
Let’s face it; the old wood-burning fireplaces that were built with your house 20 or more years ago are energy inefficient. In fact, they are not just inefficient, they are… Read More
Before Buying a Gas Fireplace Insert
Jan 20, 2012
What to know before buying a fireplace insert: Many older homes in the Bay Area were built with wood-burning fireplaces. Some of them are traditional masonry brick/stone fireplaces, while others… Read More
