Leaving your gas line allows you to add a gas starter pipe to your fireplace.
Convert wood fireplace to gas logs.
When converting back to wood from gas logs you may want to keep the gas line in your fireplace.
As the name implies vented logs require a vent system the chimney when converting an existing wood fireplace to gas while non vented logs operate without a vent.
150 00 will get you a set of gas logs with burner and parts.
To help offset the expense turn down your thermostat while you re enjoying your fire.
Since it uses gas it could increase your utility bill a bit but these units don t have the heat loss associated with a wood burning fireplace.
If you know the necessary steps you ll be able to burn gas in your fireplace in no time and without breaking the bank.
A gas starter pipe provides gas to your fireplace meaning you won t need any kindling to start a fire just a match.
Installation and other options add to the total cost.
You can make the conversion by simply adding a gas log set or by installing a self contained gas insert unit with its own chimney.
Including installation prices range from 2 000 to 5 000.
The primary differences are that vented logs produce a more realistic fire appearance but don t supply as much heat as the non vented variety.
These include converting the unit to use gas logs using a gas fireplace insert which also makes the fireplace much more efficient or converting the fireplace to a vent free appliance.
No crackle or wood burning scent.
Options usually depend on the type of fireplace.