Upgrade Your Existing Fireplace With a New Fireplace Insert
If your fireplace is outdated, inefficient, or no longer meets your needs, a fireplace insert can provide a practical way to improve your home’s heating performance and appearance. A fireplace insert is designed to fit inside an existing fireplace opening, transforming an older fireplace into a more effective and enjoyable source of heat.
Since 1981, Top Hat has helped Wisconsin homeowners improve their fireplaces with expert guidance, quality products, and skilled installation. Our team evaluates your current fireplace, explains your options, and helps you select an insert that fits your home, lifestyle, and heating goals.
Benefits of Installing a Fireplace Insert
Many traditional fireplaces provide limited heat because much of the warmth escapes through the chimney. A fireplace insert uses modern heating technology to improve performance while enhancing the appearance and usability of your existing fireplace.
A fireplace insert may be the right solution if you:
- Have an older masonry fireplace that does not provide enough heat
- Want to replace an inefficient open fireplace
- Are updating a living space without a complete fireplace rebuild
- Want additional heating in a frequently used room
- Prefer a simpler and more convenient fireplace experience
Installing a fireplace insert can provide:
- Better heating performance than an open fireplace
- More control over heat output
- A cleaner and easier way to enjoy a fire
- Updated fireplace appearance
- A more efficient use of your existing fireplace
Before recommending an insert, Top Hat evaluates your fireplace design, chimney system, and installation requirements to determine the best option for your home.
Fireplace Insert Options We Install
Top Hat installs fireplace inserts from trusted manufacturers and helps homeowners select the right model based on their existing fireplace, heating preferences, design goals, and budget. Whether you are looking for the convenience of gas, the traditional experience of wood, the efficiency of pellets, or the simplicity of electric, our experienced team will help you compare your options and find the best solution for your home.
Gas Fireplace Inserts
Gas fireplace inserts are a popular choice for homeowners who want dependable heat with simple operation. Featuring realistic flame designs, adjustable heat settings, and convenient controls, they provide the beauty of a traditional fireplace without the work of storing or burning wood. Gas inserts are an excellent option for adding supplemental heat while enhancing the comfort and appearance of your living space.
Wood Burning Fireplace Inserts
Wood burning fireplace inserts are ideal for homeowners who enjoy the traditional experience of a wood fire while improving the performance of an existing fireplace. Compared to an open fireplace, wood inserts produce more usable heat, reduce heat loss through the chimney, and provide longer, more efficient burn times without sacrificing the natural ambiance of a real wood fire.
Pellet Fireplace Inserts
Pellet fireplace inserts offer an efficient heating solution with automated fuel feeding and consistent heat output. They combine the warmth of a real fire with the convenience of modern technology, making them a practical choice for homeowners looking for an alternative heating option that is easy to operate and maintain.
Electric Fireplace Inserts
Electric fireplace inserts are an excellent option for homeowners who want the look of a fireplace without the need for venting or combustion. They require minimal maintenance, are easy to operate, and can often be installed in existing fireplace openings. Many models also offer realistic flame effects that can be enjoyed with or without heat, providing year round ambiance and supplemental warmth when desired.
Our Fireplace Insert Installation Process
A successful fireplace insert installation requires proper planning to ensure the insert, chimney, and venting system work together correctly. At Top Hat, we begin by evaluating your existing fireplace, chimney, and venting system to determine compatibility and identify any installation requirements. Our team helps you select the right insert based on your heating needs, fuel preference, style, and desired features.
Once your fireplace insert is selected, our experienced installers complete the installation according to manufacturer specifications and industry standards. We also evaluate any chimney liner or venting updates needed for proper operation. After installation, we review how to operate your new insert, discuss maintenance recommendations, and answer any questions to help you enjoy your upgraded fireplace.
Fireplace and Chimney Expertise You Can Trust
A fireplace insert depends on more than the appliance itself. Proper sizing, installation, and venting are essential for dependable performance.
Top Hat brings more than four decades of experience working with fireplaces, chimneys, and home heating systems. What began as a chimney sweeping company in 1981 has grown into a trusted provider of fireplace products, chimney services, and heating solutions throughout Wisconsin.
Our team understands how fireplace inserts interact with existing fireplace structures and chimney systems, allowing us to provide a complete solution from evaluation through installation.
Transform Your Fireplace With Top Hat
A fireplace insert can give an outdated fireplace new life by improving its appearance, functionality, and heating performance.
At Top Hat, we combine experienced guidance, quality products, and professional installation to help homeowners create fireplaces they can enjoy for years.
Contact Top Hat today to schedule your fireplace insert consultation and discover the right solution for your home.
