Here’s Why Electric Fireplaces are Perfect for Summer

Have you ever experienced the coziness of an electric fireplace during summertime, when all the heat stayed outdoors? It’s nice! If you are a big fan of fireplaces, there is no reason to wait for winter. Learn more below and consider adding an electric fireplace to your list of ways to get the most out of summer. Fireplaces are investments for the following reasons as long as you follow the manufacturer’s safety precautions.

Effortless Installation

One of the best things about electric fireplaces is that they make a way for everyone to get in on that beloved ambiance only indoor fires can create. No chimney is required. In fact, no venting is needed at all. Simply plug the fireplace into a standard electric outlet. Depending on the electric fireplace model you’ve chosen, it may be possible to conveniently move your electric fireplace from room to room.

Do Electric Fireplaces Look Fake?

Faux fires created by modern electric fireplaces can be remarkably realistic, and the technology continues to improve. Although there are no real flames, our minds tend to respond to electric fireplaces in a way comparable to our response to wood-burning appliances. Even the models that are obviously fake produce the glowing effects of a fire in some fashion, and it can add to home comfort in any season.

Do Electric Fireplaces Use a Lot of Electricity?

Not every electric fireplace provides heat in winter, making them perfect for summer. Since there is no heat output for electric fireplaces that are decorative only or do not have the heat function on, the amount of energy used is typically minimal. As for using a standard electric fireplace for heating in wintertime, the heat output is approximately the same as it is for a small electric space heater.

The electricity used depends on several factors, actually, including the size of the electric fireplace. Standard models, for instance, can heat a room of about 450 square feet. Larger electric fireplaces can heat a room 1,000 square feet in size.

Cost estimates show that, as sources of supplemental heat, electric fireplaces cost less than gas fireplaces. Ultimately, you can lower the cost of home heating using an efficient electric fireplace.

Is it OK to Leave an Electric Fireplace on Overnight?

Unlike wood-burning fires, it is safe to leave the room where an electric fireplace is running. Manufacturers suggest that electric fireplaces should be turned off overnight or if you leave the house, even if the heat is not turned on. There are no carbon monoxide fumes or anything like that. It’s just a matter of taking an added precaution for your home, and it’s no different from unplugging standard household electronics for safety.

When using the heat function on an electric fireplace, follow all precautions expressed by the manufacturer. In addition, consider home insurance coverage requirements. It is typical for insurance policies to specify that flammable materials must be no closer than three feet away from your electric fireplace on all sides. This includes drapes, rugs, linens, decorative pillows, clothing, and more.

Visit Dubuque Fireplace & Patio Today

Dubuque Fireplace & Patio has a showroom and an online virtual tour, both places to look at styles of electric fireplaces. Our chimney sweeps are NFI-certified, and they will answer any questions you may have about an electric fireplace for your home. Because you can use the fireplace function without any heat, electric fireplaces are perfect for summer. Contact us today at Dubuque Fireplace & Patio by calling (563) 582-5156 or visit our showroom at 925 Century Drive in Dubuque, IA. If you live nearer to Highland WI, call Chimney Specialists Inc., our sister store, at (608) 929-4887 or visit the showroom there at 869 Main Street.