Looking to cut down on your heating bills? Ditch your central heating system and switch to an electric fireplace! With an electric fireplace, you can reduce energy usage, increase efficiency, and save on operational costs. At New England Hearth & Home, we’ve compiled a list of the top reasons you should consider switching today. Find out more below!

Why Heat Up Rooms You Don’t Need To? Electric Fireplaces Only Heat What You Need

An electric fireplace can heat a room that is up to 400 sq feet. By choosing it over a central heating system, you don’t need to worry about heating multiple rooms within your home when it’s on, especially the ones that don’t need it. 

Electric Fireplaces Are Also Energy-Efficient

100% of an electric fireplace’s energy is converted into heat. No need to worry about wasting energy!

Electric Fireplaces Have a Cheaper & Easier Installation Process

A central heating system’s installation can be daunting. The whole process requires multiple professionals and usually takes a few days. This can set you back thousands of dollars. On the other hand, with an electric fireplace, the installation is easier and cheaper. (You can even do it yourself.) 

Electric Fireplaces Are Maintenance-Free (Almost)

Central heating systems require regular maintenance, including cleaning and filter changes. With an electrical fireplace, maintenance doesn’t need to be regular; once a month, you should dust and clean its fan. 

Electric Fireplaces Are Safer Than a Central Heating System

Looking for a way to heat your home without producing harmful emissions? Get an electric fireplace, which doesn’t produce carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide or other toxic gases.  As a result, they’re the more eco-friendly choice between the two. 

You Can Move an Electric Fireplace Around Your Home

Tired of having your electric fireplace in the same room all the time? With a free-standing one, you can move it to wherever you want in your home, allowing you to bring heat into a new room without a costly installation. 

Ready to Install Your New Electric Fireplace in Your Massachusetts Home? Call New England Hearth & Home Today, Canton’s #1 Fireplace Company!

At New England Hearth & Home, we’ve been helping Massachusetts residents get a new gas, electric, or wood-burning fireplace for their home. We also offer specialized accessories, including glass doors, high-quality screens, wood fireplace grates, and log displays. (Want to see some of our fireplaces? Come to our showroom in Canton today!) In addition to our fireplace services, our team is happy to provide annual cleanings & inspections, maintenance and repairs, and removal (wood stove, electric and gas fireplace) services. To learn more about how New England Hearth & Home can help you get a new fireplace today, contact us on our website using our form or call us at 781-562-0771. We look forward to hearing from you!

When shopping for home appliances, chances are, you’ve probably seen the word “BTU.” Known as “British Thermal Unit,” the acronym is a measurement for heat energy, including in air conditioners, stoves, and fireplaces. Here, New England Hearth and Home has compiled a guide on BTU and why you should care about it the next time you’re at an appliance store. Read more below!

Where did BTU come from?

In the 18th century, scientists needed a more precise way of measuring heat energy, and began tinkering with heat metrics. As to how they came up with BTU? Nobody knows who invented it, how, or when. By the 19th century, it began to appear in dictionaries, then scientific publications, before eventually making its way to British and international labs. Today, BTU is the standard unit for classification in many English and non-English speaking countries. (Funny enough, the British don’t use BTU as a measurement anymore.)

How is BTU Used?

As explained by Green Building Advisor, “One BTU is the amount of heat needed to raise the temperature of one pound of water by one degree Fahrenheit.” Imagine you purchased a stove that has “20,000” BTU. This would mean that it has 20,000 BTU per hour, which is capable of hitting pretty high heat temperatures. The higher the BTU is, the bigger the flame. Same with fireplaces: the BTU determines the unit’s heating capability. A fireplace with higher BTU will be able to effectively warm a larger living space than one with a lower BTU. 

Why Does BTU Matter for Your Home?

So You Don’t Waste Money

If you buy a fireplace with high BTU for a small living area, not only will your heating bill increase, but you’ll be wasting money in the long run, too. This also applies to buying a fireplace with low BTU for a moderately sized living area: it’s not going to properly heat up the space, and you’ll be losing money. 

How Much BTU Does Your Home Need?

This will depend on the size of your home, its insulation, ceiling height, and where you’re thinking of putting your BTU-measured appliances. For more help, you can look up a room BTU calculator. 

Ready to Get a New Fireplace with BTU? Contact New England Hearth and Home, Massachusetts #1 Choice for Gas, Electric, and Wood-Burning Fireplaces! Our  team provides professional fireplace installations, annual cleanings & inspections, fireplace maintenance and repairs, fireplace and stove removals, and more! To receive a free consultation on one of our services today, contact New England Hearth and Home on our website or call us at (781)-562-0771. We can’t wait to hear from you!