Fireplace Conversions & Retrofits
Updating or converting an existing fireplace can significantly improve efficiency, safety, and everyday comfort while preserving your home’s character.
At Home & Hearth Outfitters, we specialize in fireplace conversions and retrofits throughout Denver, Vail, and surrounding mountain communities. Whether you’re upgrading an outdated insert, converting wood to gas, or improving efficiency, our in-house team manages the entire process—from evaluation through installation.
Updating or converting an existing wood-burning fireplace to gas helps save energy, money and adds to the atmosphere and value of your home.
At Home & Hearth Outfitters, we’re experts in converting & retrofitting fireplaces for a variety of needs, whether it’s updating a wood fireplace to gas, changing gas logs to an efficient gas insert or replacing an outdated insert with a new, modern insert.
Why Convert or Retrofit a Fireplace?
Conversions and retrofits are often chosen to improve performance, safety, and long-term usability of existing fireplace systems.
- Improve heating efficiency
- Reduce maintenance and cleanup
- Upgrade outdated or unsafe components
- Add modern features such as remote controls or smart home integration
- Increase home comfort and long-term value
Each project begins with an evaluation of your existing fireplace and site conditions to determine the best solution.
Common Conversion & Retrofit Solutions
Upgrading an Outdated Insert to a Modern System
Older inserts often lack efficiency, proper venting, or modern controls. Retrofitting allows you to:
- Improve heat output and efficiency
- Update the look with contemporary designs
- Add new features without full reconstruction
Converting a Wood-Burning Fireplace to Gas
Gas conversions reduce maintenance and improve usability. Benefits include:
- Cleaner operation
- Easier ignition and control
- Reduced maintenance
- Improved consistency and comfort
Gas conversions are especially common in Denver-area homes where gas lines are readily available.
Replacing Older Gas Log Sets with an Insert
Gas inserts provide greater heat control and efficiency than traditional gas logs:
- Improved energy efficiency
- Greater heat output
- Safer operation
- Cleaner installation with modern venting
Coal Fireplace Conversions
Many older homes still contain coal fireplaces that are inefficient or impractical. Our team works with Enviro to retrofit coal fireplaces with modern gas insert solutions designed to fit shallow coal openings while delivering reliable performance and classic styling.
Professional Installation & Technical Review
All conversions and retrofits are completed by our licensed, NFI-certified installation team. We coordinate:
- Code compliance and clearances
- Venting and gas line requirements
- Product selection based on site conditions
- Installation and final system testing
This ensures your fireplace performs safely and reliably once the project is complete.
Start Your Fireplace Conversion Project
Our in-house team handles consultation, system selection, and professional installation. If you’re not ready to submit plans yet, give us a call to discuss your project.