How much does it cost to have a fireplace installed?

[sbd78]

I was quoted $3,000-$5,000 depending on what mantel, etc. was chosen to have a gas direct vent fireplace installed. I would imagine wood burning is quite a bit more since a chimney must be built.

[Anu2]

Have you considered a ventless gas fireplace? That's what I'm thinking about doing since my builder was only offering a ridiculously cheesy electric fireplace (imagine watching a fire on TV, except worse). Ventless gas fireplaces can range from $300 to $5,000 depending on what look you're going for.

[goodbyehollywood]

Originally Posted by Anu2

Have you considered a ventless gas fireplace? That's what I'm thinking about doing since my builder was only offering a ridiculously cheesy electric fireplace (imagine watching a fire on TV, except worse). Ventless gas fireplaces can range from $300 to $5,000 depending on what look you're going for.

There have been a lot of safety issues and deaths from ventless fireplaces. They are illegal in many areas. I wouldn't risk it.

[Jaynellen]

It depends upon where you live in California or any other state. I lived in the northern area for over 30 years and we still build homes with fireplaces and woodstoves to this day. It is cold in Nor Cal, and people 'expect' a home to have an alternative or off grid heating source. I recently moved to Florida and many homes here have fireplaces including new construction. Call the your local county building department to check on whether they will permit a fireplace. It varies county to county across the country.