Videos, the Fuel Choice Matrix & Useful Links
Fireplace Resources for Homeowners in Oneonta, NY
Learn more about different fuel types—and make the best choice for you. Watch the how-to videos, compare wood, gas, pellet, and electric side by side, and dig into the links our team sends customers most.
Videos
How-To Videos From Our Channel
Short videos on the systems we sell and service, from the Hearths A'Fire YouTube channel and the brands we carry.
IntelliFire & IntelliFire+
Hearths A'Fire
How to Light a Standing Pilot
Hearths A'Fire
FireBrick
Hearths A'Fire
Harman ESP Technology
Hearths A'Fire
How to Use the Big Green Egg
Big Green Egg
Grill, Roast, Smoke, Bake on the Big Green Egg
Big Green Egg
Smoking on the Big Green Egg
Big Green Egg
Fuel Choice Matrix
Which Fuel Is Right for You?
Learn more about different fuel types—and make the best choice for you.
Wood
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Gas
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Pellet
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Electric
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| Benefits | Natural and available. Wood can supplement furnace usage and reduce heating costs up to 30%. | Convenience. Quickly turn the fire on or off, adjust flame height and fire intensity. | Clean-burning and consistent. Pellets are affordable, available and renewable. | Extremely reliable heat. No gas or wood to purchase. No venting required. Install almost anywhere. |
| Fire Characteristics | Expect robust, steady fires. Our wood products deliver powerful heating performance and efficiency. | Gas fires are consistent and controllable by design. You choose the fire's intensity. | Active and robust. A small fire can burn an inch high, while a powerful 10-inch blaze is bright and intense. | A unique, hypnotic glow with no actual flames. |
| Fire Starting | Paper, kindling, and a fire-starting log are effective. | Flip a switch or grab your remote. It's that easy. | Automatic thermostats and temperature controls do the work for you—just keep your hopper filled. | Use an outlet or have the unit hardwired. Then, simply flip a switch or grab your remote. |
| Type of Heat | Adding more fuel will immediately increase convective heat. Radiant heat will remain steady. | Enjoy a steady mix of radiant and convective heat. | Most of the heat is convectional—blown through a heat exchanger and out into the home. | Electric fireplaces produce radiant heat—and you completely control the heat output. |
| Fuel Storage & Handling | Dry storage is important. A cord of wood is stacked 4'x4'x8'. On average, a 1,500 sq. ft. home will require 2-4 cords per season. | Natural gas is piped directly to your home by a gas utility. Propane gas is stored on site in an above or below ground tank which is refilled by an LP gas provider. | Pellets are normally available in 40 lb. bags. A 1,500 sq. ft. home will use 2-4 tons per season, on average. | Electric fireplaces are extremely hassle-free and don't require any fuel storage. |
Useful Links
Reading From the Brands We Trust
Guides, calculators, and care pages from the hearth industry and the brands we carry. Each opens in a new tab.
In Their Words
Real Reviews From Our Customers
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4.5 68 Google reviews
“We purchased a propane fireplace from Hearths A'Fire and had little to no experience with installation or maintenance. The customer service here is exceptional. I cant say enough about a gentleman by the name of Brian. He has gone far above and beyond for me...”
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We purchased a propane fireplace from Hearths A'Fire and had little to no experience with installation or maintenance. The customer service here is exceptional. I cant say enough about a gentleman by the name of Brian. He has gone far above and beyond for me in any time of need. He's about as professional and personable as anyone I've encountered and has truly shown he cares. He recently came with another very helpful gentleman by the name of Luke, even when their schedules are packed, to help me resolve a maintenance issue. Im truly thankful for the customer service I've received from these folks. Highly recommended!
“We just had a new Harmon pellet stove installed. The quality of the work was exceptional ! We are repeat customers of Jeff and wouldn’t go anywhere else. Highly recommend !”
“I needed a new igniter for my Harmon pellet stove. The team walked me through analyzing my situation, had the part on hand and now I’m ready for the winter. THANK YOU.”
“Very nice people....great service”
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Showroom Hours
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- 9:00am–5:30pm
- Saturday
- 9:00am–3:00pm
- Sunday
- Closed
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