What Are the Benefits of Propane Gas Logs?

Maintenance

• Propane gas log fireplaces require little or no maintenance (no more sweeping ashes) except for a yearly professional inspection to check and clean connections for optimum performance and safety. A yearly inspection of the chimney is also recommended to check venting of your gas log set and to make sure the chimney is clean and free of obstructions. Birds and small animals can sometimes use your chimney as a spring or summer home. Installation of a carbon monoxide detector is also recommended when using gas fireplace implements.

Environmentally Sound

• Propane gas is a non-toxic, EPA approved alternative energy source. According to the EPA, 30 wood burning houses emit more air pollution than 300,000 homes using gas logs. While natural gas emits less carbon dioxide into the air when burned than propane gas does, natural gas does not break down in the atmosphere, which contributes to the greenhouse effect and global warming. Since propane gas is insoluble and toxin-free, it poses very little risk to ground water pollution.

Energy Saving

• On average, most people regularly use only about 40% of their home space. By using a gas log fireplace to heat the main living area, you can turn down the overall heat setting in the house, thereby saving potentially 20% to 40% on your fuel costs. Most gas log inserts are rated on their efficiency level by using a scale from 0 to 100. The higher the rating, the more efficiently the insert burns fuel. Less fuel and more heat means more green for your wallet and the environment.