When it comes to energy efficiency you may find a wide range depending on size and model.
Convert gas fireplace to electric start.
This must be done by a qualified gas technician and is not a do it yourself project.
All you really need is a dimplex electric fireplace insert or similar model and a standard electrical outlet to start immediately enjoying the benefits.
Gas fireplaces use between 7 000 and 16 000 btus are between 70 and 90 efficient at converting energy to heat and cost around 60 a year to run.
Flames and heat operate independently.
These are provided as they are without any grills or surrounds.
Unfortunately there is probably no easy way to do what you want to do.
Fortunately it s possible to convert your current unit to an electric fireplace.
A gas fireplace can provide unparalleled convenience and the pleasure of a warm fire on a cold day but many people believe nothing compares to the ambiance created by burning wood.
Step 4 strip 1 2 inch of insulation from the ends of the wire.
Going with an electric fireplace insert is ultra simple.
Converting from gas to electric insert removing a gas fireplace.
Step 2 removing the gas fireplace.
Electric log set inserts go right into the existing firebox and are easy to get up and running.
Continue reading for a step by step guide that will take you through the process.
Disconnect the gas line and safely cap it.
Electric fireplaces typically generate fewer than 5 000 btus a measure of heat while gas fireplaces often put out.
Electric fireplaces have an output that is based on the electric current.
They can be fitted into pretty much any gas fireplace.
In order to replace a gas fireplace with an electric insert you will need to remove the existing unit seal the gas line and pop in the electric unit.
Run a section of two conductor low voltage wire from the single gang box to the control panel of the gas fireplace.
No gas lines have to be hooked up no venting issues will need to be addressed and you won t need any masonry work.
Electric fireplace inserts are a special type of electric fire which can be used in an existing fireplace.
Slide the provided spade connectors onto the stripped ends of the wires in the gas fireplace control panel.
Run a dedicated electrical line to the site of the fireplace.
There are 3 main steps to convert a gas fireplace to electric.