My wife and I are getting a new house (built in the 1970s). It has a fireplace in the family room, and we will probably put a gas insert into it.
I've been reading various manufacturer websites, and most inserts are spec'd at about 50% efficiency. Jotul's GI 450 DV II, however is rated at 87% efficiency. That's a huge difference. Are there any other manufactures with similar high ratings?
I'm also thinking of doing the install myself. Is that a crazy idea? The chimney is only about 10 feet total. I would be able to reach the top of it while standing on the roof. I have a friend (a licensed GC) who could help.
I've been reading various manufacturer websites, and most inserts are spec'd at about 50% efficiency. Jotul's GI 450 DV II, however is rated at 87% efficiency. That's a huge difference. Are there any other manufactures with similar high ratings?
I'm also thinking of doing the install myself. Is that a crazy idea? The chimney is only about 10 feet total. I would be able to reach the top of it while standing on the roof. I have a friend (a licensed GC) who could help.