In a competitive housing market, you're always looking for ways to make your new homes stand out. A natural gas fireplace can provide that extra pop to your living spaces and grab a buyer's attention. Often, buyers are willing to pay the extra cost.

A natural gas fireplace provides all of the warmth and ambiance associated with traditional wood fireplaces but with the low cost and convenience of natural gas. Natural gas fireplaces add a touch of elegance and visual appeal that is attractive to a wide variety of buyers.

A variety of design options

Natural gas fireplaces are available in three major configurations:

  1. Class B vent units use indoor air supply, feature operable doors and require a through-the-roof flue to remove the hot combustion gases.
  2. Direct-vent fireplaces use outdoor air supply and are much easier and less expensive to install than traditional wood-burning or masonry units. The need for a flue is eliminated, and pipes can be installed through the wall.
  3. Ventless models, which are prohibited in some states, are adjusted to burn at optimum efficiency, minimizing the level of harmful carbon monoxide and allowing the exhaust to be vented into the home.

Direct-vent fireplaces have efficiency ratings ranging from 70% to nearly 87%, depending on the model. Choose fireplaces with an Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency rating, the same measure used to rate the efficiency of natural gas furnaces.

Natural gas fireplaces are offered in a variety of styles and sizes suitable for nearly any type of home and include:

  • A wide array of designer fronts and doors
  • Traditional looks with a clean face design
  • Modern linear fireplaces with panoramic views
  • Contemporary styles incorporating stainless steel

Hand-molded logs and authentic-looking flames make the experience similar to a wood-burning fireplace without the mess and inconvenience. Digital remote controls are available, which will appeal to millennials and other tech-savvy owners.

Natural gas fireplaces are a cost-effective way to add value and appeal to your homes, helping to make them a hot item in today's marketplace.