Electric fireplace maintenance

An electric fireplace doesn’t require much maintenance or upkeep, especially compared to its wood-burning and gas fireplace cousins. It consumes no fuel, creates no smell or smoke, generates no waste product and requires no chimney or venting system.

You also don’t need fireplace tools such as poker, shovel or ash bucket to maintain the system. However, some electric fireplace owners like to place a fireplace tool set nearby to maintain the traditional aesthetic.

Electric fireplaces do present safety concerns, especially contemporary metal designs or if you have children in the house. Ensure sharp edges and corners are protected to keep children from hurting themselves.