Installation

Fireplace Installation

A new fireplace is more than the appliance — site conditions, venting, clearances, permits and coordinated trades all decide whether it's done right.

Modern fireplace as a finished feature in a living room at dusk

Installing a fireplace starts well before the unit arrives. We assess the site — where it's going, the wall and floor construction, clearances and how it will vent — and match a suitable product to those conditions. Depending on the fireplace, installation may involve framing, venting or chimney work, electrical, and gas, along with permits and inspections. Gas and permitted structural or electrical work are performed by appropriately licensed professionals; we coordinate the project so the pieces fit together correctly.

What homeowners notice

  • You want to add a fireplace to a room that doesn't have one
  • You're replacing an old fireplace with a new unit
  • You're building or renovating and planning a fireplace
  • You're unsure what type of fireplace suits your space

How we diagnose it

  • We assess the site — location, construction, clearances and venting path
  • We match a suitable fireplace type and product to those conditions
  • We identify the permits, inspections and trades the project requires
  • We plan the venting or chimney and the finish work

Your options — and their limits

Wood-burning installation

Where a flue or chimney and proper clearances suit a wood-burning unit.

Gas fireplace installation

Direct-vent or vented gas units, with gas and venting handled to code by licensed professionals.

Insert or prefab installation

Fitting a factory-built unit or insert suited to the space and venting.

What affects the price

We don't post flat prices, because an honest number depends on what we actually find. These are the factors that move it:

  • Fireplace type and product
  • Venting or chimney work required
  • Framing, electrical, gas and finish work
  • Permits and licensed trades

When to stop using the system and get it evaluated

  • Don't use any fireplace until its installation is complete and inspected where required

How to prepare for the visit

  • Have a sense of where you want the fireplace and the look you're after
  • Note whether gas is available at the home
  • Share any HOA or building requirements

Applies to

New fireplace additionsReplacements and remodelsNew construction and renovations

A note on scope: Gas, electrical and permitted structural work is performed by appropriately licensed professionals; installations follow manufacturer and code requirements.

Questions homeowners ask

What type of fireplace should I get?

It depends on your space, whether gas is available, venting options and the look you want. We assess the site and walk you through suitable types rather than pushing one product.

Do I need permits?

Often, yes — fireplace installations frequently require permits and inspections, and gas or electrical work must be done by licensed trades. We plan for that as part of the project.

Related services

Serving South Florida

We provide fireplace installation across Palm Beach, Broward and Miami-Dade. A few of the areas we serve:

Talk to a South Florida chimney technician

Not sure whether it's a cleaning, a repair, or something to look at before your next fire? Tell us what you're noticing and we'll help you figure out the right next step.