Today, technology and consumer expectations have changed.
Builders often omit fireplaces from their plans, especially in less expensive homes.
When included, more and more fireplaces are gas-fired models. For example, it's costly to run a gas line to a highly efficient, all-electric home only for a fireplace. Comfort Flame from Electro Industries Consumer choice may continue evolving as new technologies provide more choices. One new choice for all-electric homes is an electric fireplace. We promote electric fireplaces in our all-electric homes.