Building A Ventless Gas Fireplace

Ventless fireplaces are not permitted in some areas.

Building a ventless gas fireplace.

The average cost to install a ventless propane fireplace is 1 200 and the cost to convert a gas furnace to a propane furnace is about 25 to 100. However many direct vent fireplaces are vented with a single two chamber vent pipe. Less propane is needed to provide the same amount of heat as gas. Mock up the fireplace using the dimensions given in fireplace brochures and.

The difference in price between a gas fueled and propane fueled fireplace is in the fuel cost. A complete ventless fireplace does not require a mantel. Direct vent gas fireplaces require two vents in the back. Building your own ventless fireplace can save you a great deal of money and your fireplace will work just as well as any purchased fireplaces.

If you install one where it s against local codes you may be asked to remove it and you may be fined for non compliance with building codes. It is not complicated to build a ventless fireplace yourself. Prepare installation site by building wall recess to accept fireplace. Get the gas electrical and vent in place first.

One that expels gasses and another that draws in fresh air from the outside. Attach short section of stovepipe to exhaust port on rear of fireplace. Set the fireplace in. Cut hole through exterior house wall and install stovepipe thimble.

How to install a gas fireplace build a mock up to find the best position.