Fireplaces
Ambience At The Flip Of A Switch
A propane-powered fireplace takes a room from zero to cozy in no time. Not only do propane fireplaces provide six times the heating capacity of wood burning models, there's no soot or ash to clean up, and no firewood to store. Keep exploring to learn more.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Is a pilot light needed to operate a propane fireplace?
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No. Automatic ignition allows the propane unit to efficiently and safely start the fireplace without a standing pilot light.
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I like traditional wood fireplaces. Why should I consider propane?
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With fireplace efficiency ratings over 90 percent, propane fireplaces can offer efficient space heating to parts of a home. By comparison, traditional wood-burning fireplaces are about 15 percent efficient, largely because they lose thermal energy from combustion up the chimney, as well as drawing heated air out of the home. Plus, with propane there is no messy clean up or wood to store.
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Aren't electric fireplaces better for the environment?
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No. Propane fireplaces are more environmentally friendly than electric fireplace units. The electricity used in electric fireplaces is often generated by coal-fired power plants which generate significant CO2 emissions, along with other pollutants. Plus, propane fireplaces produce fewer particulate emissions and less carbon monoxide compared with wood-burning fireplaces. In fact, jurisdictions in some parts of the country restrict the use of traditional wood-burning fireplaces during certain times of the year due to their detrimental air quality impact.
Find A Propane Supplier
To find a propane supplier near you, simply enter your zip code below. Your local propane supplier can help assess energy needs for homes and businesses, determine needed tank sizes, and answer questions about what makes propane a clean, safe, reliable and versatile fuel.
Didn’t Find What You’re Looking For? Check Our FAQs.
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Where can I buy propane appliances?
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Propane.com offers shopping guides for grills and patio heaters or contact your local propane supplier for suggestions nearby. Some propane suppliers offer appliance showrooms featuring everything from space and water heaters to kitchen appliances and fireplaces.
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What do I do when my portable propane tank is empty?
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When the propane tank you use for grilling or other outdoor appliances is empty, drop it off and purchase a full tank at one of thousands of tank exchanges nationwide. You’ll find them everywhere from hardware and rental stores to grocers, convenience stores, and gas stations. In addition, there are many propane cylinder refilling locations available across the country. Contact your local propane supplier for more information on refilling or exchanging cylinders.
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Where can I find someone to service my propane appliances?
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Your local propane supplier is an excellent source of information for things like propane appliance servicing and repairs. Contact them with your questions about servicing, repairing, or replacing propane appliances.