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Fireplaces, Stoves, and Inserts

Most of us visualize a fireplace as a wood-burning open hearth, there are a variety of choices when it comes to heating appliances. With fireplaces available in various sizes, styles, and fuel sources, there is a perfect heating appliance for every home. Three of the most common heating appliances are fireplace, stoves, and inserts. With pros and cons to each, the following guide can help you distinguish which type of heating appliance best fits your need and home.

Fireplaces

Fireplaces continue to be one of the most popular home features. A study by the National Association of Realtors found that 40% of home buyers are willing to pay more for a home with a fireplace. They are broadly divided into two categories: manufactured or factory-built fireplaces and open hearth masonry fireplaces.

Manufactured fireplaces are less expensive, but they have a shorter lifespan. Most manufactured fireplaces last for about 30 years before they need a replacement. Traditional masonry fireplaces are custom-built by a trained mason in your home. They are more expensive than manufactured fireplaces. However, they have a significantly longer lifespan – and add more value to your home. Fireplaces also come with a variety of fuel sources. Whether you prefer wood, gas or pellets, there is a fireplace for you.

Inserts

Fireplace inserts burn with a closed-combustion system. It allows them to burn more efficiently, which allows less heated air escape up the chimney and less cold air from outside enter your home. According to Leslie Wheeler of the Hearth, Patio, and Barbecue Association, installing a fireplace insert into an open hearth has been known to reduce energy bills by as much as 40 percent.

Like masonry fireplaces, inserts come in a variety of sizes, styles, and with different fuel sources. Inserts recommendations are common when homeowners are looking to switch fuel sources. If you are looking to switch from a wood to gas burning fireplace, then a gas-burning insert can be installed directly into your existing masonry chimney.

Stoves

Many of us associate stoves with log cabins, more homeowners are choosing these modernized heating appliances now. New stoves are easy to use, energy efficient, and come in a variety of modern and traditional styles. Because all stoves must now be EPA certified, stoves can even be used during burn bans or periods of restricted burning.

Stoves come in a variety of sizes and styles to meet your needs and match your home’s style. From sleek, contemporary stoves to traditional, cast iron stoves that can be used to heat your home. You can install a stove in almost every room. With wood, gas, and pellets as fuel source options, there is a great stove for every household.

Contact Clean Sweeps of Michigan

If you are ready to replace, upgrade, or install a new heating appliance, trust the fireplace experts at Clean Sweeps of Michigan to help you find it. Contact us today and let our friendly and knowledgeable staff help you select the perfect heating appliance for your home!

Take Advantage Of Our Regency Promo!

Regency and Hampton wood products are widely considered the industry standard of excellence. If you have been considering upgrading your existing fireplace or insert to a Regency product, now is the perfect time!

Between June 1, 2016 and September 5, 2016 customers can receive up to a $300 rebate when purchasing a qualifying Regency product! This offers unprecedented savings and discounts on some of Regency’s most popular products.

What fireplaces are covered

This sale does not apply to just one or two choices; a wide variety of Regency’s quality fireplaces will be covered under our Regency promo! This gives you the choices you have come to expect from Regency while still maximizing your savings. Whether you prefer gas, pellets, or wood, need a small decorative fireplace or a larger primary heating source, Regency has the right fireplace for you.

How much will be my rebate be?

With rebates up to $300, no matter which fireplace you choose you will be saving money! The regency promotional rebate is offered in two parts: an instant store rebate along with a mail-in rebate to match the initial discount. This can double your savings up to $300.

– $300 rebate fireplaces ($150 instant store rebate plus $150 mail-in rebate): F3500, F5100, HI300, HI400, R90 and EX90
– $200 rebate fireplaces ($100 instant store rebate plus $100 mail-in rebate): F2400, S2400, F3100, I2400, I3100, H2100, HI200 and CI2600
– $100 rebate fireplaces ($50 instant store rebate plus $50 mail-in rebate): F1100, I1200, CS1200, CI1200, CI1250, H200 and H300

Why choose Regency

Regency fireplaces, stoves, and inserts have set the industry standards of quality and durability. Not only will these heating appliances keep your home and family warm for years to come, but they also come with a limited lifetime warranty to provide you with additional peace of mind.

Offer details

•  The offer is only valid for Regency and Hampton Wood Products (as listed above) sold between June 1, 2016 and September 5, 2016.
• Customers are encouraged to both submit their rebates and check their rebate status online at: www. regency-fire.com/Claims.aspx. In the USA, the promotion code for this offer is: 2016-Wood-Rebate-USA. “How to submit your claim” instruction sheets are available for download on Ignite.
•  All claims must be completed online and postmarked in the mail by October 17, 2016 to be valid.
• Submissions that are incomplete, without a valid 9-digit serial number, a discount line item on the sales invoice, an attached final invoice showing purchase paid in full, or not sold within the promotion period will not be honored/paid. This rebate offer is limited to (1) rebate per serial number. Serial numbers that were claimed in previous Regency promotions are not valid for this offer. Checks will be sent solely to consumer addresses. Dealers should not complete or mail rebates on behalf of the consumer as they may be denied.

If you have any questions about this rebate promotion, please contact Clean Sweeps of Michigan for assistance.