Alpharetta, GA
Fireplace Installation in Alpharetta, GA
Ember Chimney & Fireplace installs gas log sets, fireplace inserts, direct-vent gas fireplaces and wood stoves across Alpharetta, Milton, Johns Creek and Roswell from our office at 3480 Preston Ridge Rd. Every installation starts with a chimney inspection, so the liner and vent are right for the unit, and a free written estimate that covers the unit, the venting and the work. Call (770) 762-0310, 7 days a week from 7 AM to 8 PM.
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Alpharetta has a lot of fireplaces that nobody uses. The wood-burning firebox in a 1998 Windward colonial is a chore to light, smokes when the wind is wrong and sends the heat straight up the flue. The gas log set that came with a Johns Creek townhome is twenty years old and half the logs are crumbling. A new installation turns that fireplace back into the thing the family room was built around, and it is one of the few home upgrades that gets used every week from November to March.
Fireplace Installations We Do in Alpharetta
Gas Log Installation
The most common install we do in north Fulton: a vented gas log set in an existing wood-burning fireplace. The firebox and flue are inspected first, the log set is sized to the firebox, the burner is leveled and the logs placed to the manufacturer’s pattern so the flame is clean. Vent-free sets are installed where the room size and local rules allow them.
Fireplace Insert Installation
A gas or wood insert turns an open, inefficient fireplace into a sealed heater. The insert slides into the existing firebox, a stainless steel liner runs from the insert to the top of the chimney, and the gap is finished with a surround panel. Inserts are the answer when the goal is heat, not just a flame.
Gas Fireplace Installation
Direct-vent gas fireplaces vent through the wall or roof and need no chimney, which makes them the option for a room without one, a basement finish or a screened porch. They also replace worn-out factory-built fireboxes in the existing chase.
Wood Stove Installation
Freestanding stoves and wood-burning inserts, installed with a liner sized to the stove, proper hearth protection and the clearances the manufacturer requires. Popular in Milton and Cumming homes with a woodlot.
Prefab Fireplace Replacement
Most subdivision homes here have a factory-built fireplace with a 20 to 30 year life. When the firebox is rusted through or the refractory panels have failed past repair, we replace it with a new factory-built unit, an insert or a direct-vent gas fireplace that fits the existing chase.
How Much Does Fireplace Installation Cost in Alpharetta?
Every fireplace installation from Ember’s Alpharetta office starts with a free written estimate. The estimate separates the unit, the venting or liner, and the labor, so you can see what moves the total. What changes the price most:
- The unit. A basic vented log set versus a premium insert or a direct-vent fireplace.
- Gas line. Whether gas already reaches the firebox or a licensed plumber needs to run a line.
- The chimney. A sound liner costs nothing extra; a cracked or missing one has to be relined before an insert goes in.
- Finish work. Surround panels, hearth extensions, mantel clearances and framing on a new unit.
We give the estimate after the inspection, in writing, and it holds. Nothing is added on install day.
Why the Chimney Inspection Comes First
Every installation starts with a chimney inspection. It is not an upsell. A gas log set in a flue with a cracked liner, or an insert dropped into a chimney with no liner, vents combustion gases into the house or the framing. The inspection confirms the flue is sound, the liner is sized for the new appliance and the damper can be fixed open for gas logs, and it finds the chimney repairs that have to come first. Relining options are on our chimney relining page.
Signs It Is Time to Replace, Not Repair
- The factory-built firebox is rusted, warped or has cracked refractory panels and is past 20 years old.
- The gas log set is discontinued, the logs are crumbling or the burner is corroded.
- The fireplace smokes no matter what you do and the flue is undersized for the opening.
- You want heat from the fireplace, not just a flame. That is an insert.
- The room has no chimney and you want a fireplace anyway. That is a direct-vent gas unit.
If the fireplace mostly works and one part has failed, fireplace repair in Alpharetta is the cheaper visit. The technician tells you honestly which it is.
How a Fireplace Installation Works With Ember
- Inspection and measurements. Firebox, flue, chase, gas supply and clearances, with photos.
- Options and a written estimate. Two or three units that fit, with the price for each, in writing.
- Scheduling. Units in stock go in within days; special orders when they arrive.
- Installation. Liner, unit, gas connection and leak test, then a full burn test with you watching.
- Walkthrough. How to light it, the remote or switch, what the yearly service covers, and after photos for your records.
Fireplace Installation Service Area
Ember’s Alpharetta office is at 3480 Preston Ridge Rd, Suite 500, near North Point. We install fireplaces, gas logs and inserts in Alpharetta, Milton, Johns Creek, Roswell and Cumming, in Windward, Avalon, Crabapple, Wills Park, Deerfield Township and across north Fulton and south Forsyth County. The Alpharetta office page has the map and hours; the Atlanta page covers the rest of the metro.
Open 7 days a week, 7 AM to 8 PM. Call (770) 762-0310, or send the form and a real person calls you back within 10 minutes.
Why Alpharetta Homeowners Choose Ember for Fireplace Installation
- BBB Accredited Business, rated A.
- CSIA-certified chimney technicians install the venting, not a delivery crew.
- 5.0 stars on Google on our Alpharetta profile.
- Inspection first, then a written estimate that holds.
- Leak test and burn test on every gas install.
- Zero-Mess Guarantee inside the house.
- 10% senior and 5% military discounts.
The brand-wide fireplace installation page covers gas logs, inserts, gas fireplaces and wood stoves in detail.
FAQ
Fireplace Installation in Alpharetta, GA questions, answered
How much does it cost to install gas logs in Alpharetta?
Ember gives a free written estimate for every gas log installation in Alpharetta, because the price depends on the log set you choose, whether a gas line already reaches the firebox, and what the chimney inspection finds. The estimate lists the unit, the venting and the labor separately.
Can I convert my wood-burning fireplace to gas?
Yes, in most Alpharetta homes. A vented gas log set goes into the existing masonry or factory-built firebox and uses the existing flue, which must pass inspection first. A gas insert is the higher-efficiency option and gets its own liner. A gas line to the firebox is run by a licensed plumber if there is not one already.
What is the difference between gas logs and a gas insert?
Gas logs sit in the open firebox, look like a wood fire and send most of the heat up the chimney. A gas insert is a sealed metal firebox with glass that slides into the existing fireplace and heats the room efficiently. Logs cost less to install; inserts cost more and heat much better.
Do I need a chimney inspection before a fireplace installation?
Yes, and we include it. The flue has to be sound and sized for the new appliance, and a cracked or missing liner has to be fixed or relined before anything is installed. Skipping this step is how a new insert ends up venting into the attic.
Can you replace an old prefab fireplace?
Yes. When a factory-built firebox is rusted or past its rated life, the options are a new factory-built unit, a gas or wood insert, or a direct-vent gas fireplace. We measure the chase and show you what fits.
Do you install wood stoves?
Yes. Freestanding wood stoves and wood-burning inserts, with a stainless steel liner sized to the stove and the clearances the manufacturer requires.
How long does a fireplace installation take?
A gas log set in a fireplace that already has a gas line takes a few hours. An insert with a new liner is usually a one-day job. A direct-vent gas fireplace or a new factory-built unit can take one to two days plus any finish work.
Do you provide the unit or can I buy my own?
Either. We supply and install, or install a unit you bought if it is rated for your fireplace and we can get the venting right. Tell us the make and model when you call.
Reviews
What Georgia homeowners say
★★★★★
We moved into an older home near Wills Park in Alpharetta and hadn't touched the fireplace in years. These guys came out, did a full video inspection, and found cracks in the flue liner we never knew about. They repaired everything the same week and were incredibly respectful of our home. Highly recommend them to anyone in the Alpharetta or Milton area.
★★★★★
Living near Avalon in Alpharetta, we use our fireplace often during the winter months. We called Ember Chimney for our annual inspection and cleaning, and the technician was thorough, friendly, and on time. He explained every step and even showed us the camera footage from inside the chimney. Best service experience we've had with any home contractor in Alpharetta or Johns Creek.
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