Gas Fireplaces

Available in a choice of fuel options, a fireplace can not only heat your room but the right installation will be capable of transforming your room, providing you with a magnificent looking centrepiece that’ll be the star attraction.

If you’re looking to replace the gas fireplace in your home, Builder Guide will have a company listed who will be able to meet your needs. Whether it’s to supply and install a new fitment, install a new structure you’ve already purchased, or to conduct a service or repair on your existing heat source.

Unlike an electric fireplace, the installation of a gas fire is critical to safety and performance and for some years now it has been the law that they must be commissioned by a Gas Safe Registered installer who has undergone the appropriate training.

A gas fireplace installation has three primary components: the gas piping into the home, the installation of the fireplace and flue system and the wiring in a switch, plug and thermostat.

Builder Guide offers services and products from accredited regional and national gas fireplace fitters so you can compare quotes for a new fireplace and fitting from a number of providers. Because we have a whole range of suppliers and fitters, we can not only offer competitive price options but also a wider range of fireplaces to choose from.

Prices will be subject to the size of the job, potential conversions from the previous fireplace and any building work that could be required to fit the desired gas unit.

A gas fireplace will add both warmth and character, and ranges are available from popular manufacturers such as Burley, Gazco, Valor, Be Modern and Pureglow.

Direct vent, top vent or go vent-free

There are three different styles of gas fireplaces: the direct vent model, the top vent design, and the vent-free model.

• Direct vent gas fireplace – these types of fireplaces use two pipes that lead directly to the outside with one pipe using combustion air from the outside while the other vents the exhaust gas.

• Top vent fireplace – designed so that it can be installed into an existing fireplace, using the metal or brick chimney as the exhaust vent. The combustion air for top vent fireplaces is drawn from inside the home.

• Vent-free gas fireplace – these models use no exhaust vent. This type includes an oxygen-depletion sensor that turns off the gas if it senses a health-affecting lack of oxygen inside the house.

Gas fireplaces are available to suit all tastes and budgets. From contemporary inset and traditional inset to hole in the wall and wall hung, there’s something for everyone.

Use a technician who is Gas Safe Registered

Builder Guide offers the services of a number of local, regional and national gas fireplace fitters. Each firm registered with Builder Guide has to be Gas Safe Registered and employ the services of Gas Safe Registered installers. Because we offer a number of firms ranging from large nationwide companies to skilled and trained local fitters in your area, Builder Guide gives you the chance to choose the service best suited to you and your budget.

A gas fireplace service should always be carried out by a Gas Safe Registered technician and you are recommended to get a fireplace serviced once a year before the winter months when the unit is likely to be in heavy usage. The service will include checking fan operation, cleaning the pilot and burners, checking the gas pilot safety system, ensuring the ignition and combustion is working correctly, visually checking the chimney, checking the ventilation system and thoroughly cleaning the unit with the correct products.

There can be various reasons for why your gas fireplace may not be working, with some potentially being hazardous. And unless you are a trained technician, carrying out your own repairs on a gas fireplace is not recommended.

We can offer you quotes from a number of reputable firms, both large and small, national and regional, so you can get the best deal.