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Instant Estimates for Wood Inserts in Oneonta, NY

A wood insert turns an open masonry fireplace into a sealed, efficient wood heater—real fire, real heat, no more drafts.

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Wood Inserts for Old Masonry Fireplaces

Why Families Choose Wood Inserts

A wood insert fits into the masonry fireplace you already have and turns it into a sealed wood heater with a glass door—the same fire you love, minus the draft that pulls your warm air up the chimney. For the farmhouses and village homes across Central New York with a big brick fireplace that never heated anything, it’s the upgrade that finally makes the fireplace earn its place. Adding more fuel will immediately increase convective heat. Radiant heat will remain steady.

Blaze King, Hearthstone, and Stûv each take a different route to the same end—long burns, serious heat, and a view of the fire. Catalytic models stretch a load of wood through the night; soapstone holds heat long after the flames die back. Sizing follows your firebox opening and the room you’re heating, and the heating-area figure on every product page is the place to start.

Every insert vents through a new stainless liner up your existing chimney, with a surround that finishes the opening. Our trained in-house team handles the liner, the clearances, and a safe, code-compliant installation, and we service what we sell—including the annual cleaning. Price any insert below, then see them burning in the showroom.

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A Blaze King Ashford 25 wood insert burning in a stone fireplace in a bright living room

Here's How to Get Started

4 Simple Steps to Your Cozy and Convenient Fireplace

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Browse & Get an Online Estimate

Browse our website to explore our products and get an online estimate for your project.

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Visit Our Showroom

Visit our showroom to see your selected stove or fireplace and meet our knowledgeable team.

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Book an In-Home Evaluation

Book an in-home evaluation with our experts to confirm the final details of your project.

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Enjoy a Professional Installation

Enjoy a safe and professional installation—along with comprehensive service for years to come.

Whether you’re trying to save on your electric bill or simply want a cozy place to gather, we’ll help you bring warmth, charm, and convenience to your space.

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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...”

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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!

—Chris Andreassen · January 2026 · Google review

“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 !”

—C V · November 2025 · Google review

“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.”

—Tim T · October 2025 · Google review

“Very nice people....great service”

—John Calabro · July 2026 · Google review

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The Oneonta Showroom

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With a 5,000 square foot showroom, 60+ displays, and over 30 years of experience, we know how to blend cozy charm with modern convenience. Visit our showroom to see your selected stove or fireplace and meet our friendly team.

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The Hearths A'Fire storefront on State Highway 23 in Oneonta: the Wood · Pellet · Gas Stoves & Patio sign over the entrance, two people at the door

Common Questions

Common Questions About Wood Inserts

The questions every Central New York fireplace project runs into, answered the way we'd answer them on the showroom floor.

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How much does a wood insert cost installed?

Less than a built-in wood fireplace, because the opening and the chimney already exist—the variables are the unit, the liner length, and the surround. Every insert on this page carries a price tier, and the instant estimate narrows it to your fireplace. Your in-home evaluation makes it exact.

Will a wood insert fit my fireplace?

Most masonry fireplaces take one. Measure the opening—height, width, and depth—or bring photos to the showroom, and we’ll match you to the models that fit. The in-home evaluation confirms it before anything is ordered.

Catalytic or non-catalytic?

Both are clean-burning. A catalytic insert burns slower and longer on a load of wood and is the choice for overnight heat; a non-catalytic insert is simpler and lights into a hot fire fast. We’ll walk you through the trade-offs in front of the units.

How much wood will I burn?

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. An insert burning in a sealed firebox gets far more heat out of each cord than the open fireplace did.

Who installs it, and who cleans it afterward?

We install what we sell—our trained in-house team handles a safe, code-compliant installation with attention to detail—and we service what we sell, so we’ll be here long after installation to make sure everything works the way it should. We schedule annual cleanings April through August.

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