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0 0 0 Todays fireplaces enhance both comfort and decor BY ROY GREEN Lets face it its in our genes to gather by afire While fireplaces are not the home essential of long long ago they still call to a place deep in the soul of some homeowners Today its more a case of form over function with a fireplace enhancing a rooms decor or a gas fireplace insert valued as much for its romantic glow as the physical warmth produced Modern fireplaces are a natural centre of attention Their clean contemporary lines add drama and elegance to any setting Besides according to Hearth Home Technologies fireplaces have a 100 per cent return on investment so youre increasing your homes value Gas fireplaces are most popular because theyre so convenient You simply flip a switch and have a beautiful fire With older fireplaces you could be losing most of the heat out of the chimney and be experiencing an energy efficiency rating as low as 10 to 20 per cent One of the most efficient fixes is to install an insert into your woodburning fireplace essentially turning it into a miniature stove A natural gas insert is much more energy efficient and lowers greenhouse gases said Steven Desjardins of TH Oliver Heating and Air Conditioning in Aurora It brings in fresh air from outside and its a lot safer in the long run But the big buzz in the industry these days is the new modern look of fireplaces Traditionally fireplaces were built at floor level but now theyve moved up the wall they can be installed anywhere and they are a lot more modem looking Todays very visual fireplaces also offer a whole new range of what he calls media kits HEATING AIR CONDITIONING Est 1984 We deliver qualifying government tax credit home comfort products Air Conditioners Including Ductless Air Cleaners Fireplaces Furnaces BoilersWater Heaters Duct Systems Humidifiers Heat PumpsRadiant Heating Tankless Water Heaters Heat Recovery Ventilators HRV Call us for a free inhome quotation 9058983912 18002637437 Showroom MonFri 9am5pm Sat 10am4pm 1235 Gorham Street Units 13 14 Newmarket wwwcancoclimatecarecom including traditional faux logs river rocks and crystalline beads According to Nancy McKeraghan of Canco ClimateCare in Newmarket there are a variety of styles and options Some can be thermostatically controlled others are simply switched on and some can be controlled by a remote she says And of course they all provide you with heat in the event of a power outage When considering a gas fireplace or insert its important to get the right heating capacity for the room she says Ive seen some situations where someone has installed a unit of up to 40000 or 60000 British Thermal Units Thats not a fireplace thats a furnace There are a lot of different products out there and its important that you get the right heat output A fireplace not only warms up a room it becomes the focal point of your decor photo courtesy Canco ClimateCare Dignity Choice Compassion Human Comfort Support Community Life If you or a loved one is living with a lite- threatening illness please call us toll free at 18778707246 or 905 8953628 Ext 294 programassistOpalcarenetworkorg This message brought to you as a community service of The Era Banner RENOVATE NOW TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF TAX SAVINGS Washroom or Kitchen need updating Turn your basement into a comfortable enjoyable space Book your spring additions or CallLanyWHson for a FREE Estimate wilson WINTER HAS ARRIVED You Need Energy Efficient Call Now ends Jan 312010 Bay Bow Specialists Hassle Free Estimates IHI I NUDUM WINDOW 9057788311 18662124443 Fully Insured 100 Financing Available OAC