Your fireplace can be the focal point of your home, and it should be enjoyable to use, not a chore. Many Chicago homeowners love the look of a fire but don't want to haul wood, clean ashes or deal with smoke. Converting a wood-burning fireplace to gas gives you a warm, realistic flame at the turn of a key or the press of a button.
Chimney Sweep Master Chicago helps homeowners across the North and Northwest Side convert fireplaces from wood to gas and upgrade older setups. One popular option is a ceramic gas log set with a double burner, which creates a fuller, more realistic flame than a single-burner set.
Every conversion starts with making sure your fireplace and chimney are clean and in safe condition. We often find older homes with gas logs that were set up incorrectly, such as ceramic logs placed over a basic log lighter pipe. These setups can create heavy soot and poor performance. We'll explain what you have, what works, and what makes sense for your home.
What's Included
- ✓Evaluation of your existing fireplace, chimney and gas line
- ✓Wood-to-gas fireplace conversions
- ✓Ceramic gas log sets with double burners for a fuller flame
- ✓Replacement of outdated or improperly set up gas logs
- ✓Chimney sweep and inspection before conversion when needed
- ✓Damper and venting checks so the flue works safely with gas
- ✓Efficiency upgrades such as top-sealing dampers and chimney caps
- ✓A walkthrough on how to safely operate your new fireplace
How the Process Works
- 1
Send a work request
Use the Work Request button or call 312-957-6896 and tell us about your fireplace and what you'd like it to look like.
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Evaluate your fireplace
We look at your firebox, chimney, damper and gas supply to confirm your fireplace is a good fit for a conversion or upgrade.
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Choose your setup
We go over options with you, including ceramic log sets with double burners, and explain how each one looks and performs.
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Install
We prepare the fireplace, install your gas logs and burner, and make sure everything is set up correctly and venting properly.
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Show you how it works
Before we leave, we light the fireplace with you, show you how to operate it safely, and answer any questions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can any wood-burning fireplace be converted to gas?
Many can, but it depends on your fireplace, chimney condition and access to a gas line. We evaluate your fireplace first to make sure a conversion is safe and practical.
What's special about a double burner log set?
A double burner spreads the flame across the front and back of the log set, giving a fuller, more realistic fire than a single burner.
Do gas fireplaces still need a chimney?
Vented gas logs still use your chimney to carry exhaust out of the home, so the flue needs to be clean, clear and in good condition.
My gas logs are covered in soot. Is that normal?
Heavy soot usually means the logs are placed wrong or the setup isn't correct, such as ceramic logs set over a basic log lighter. We can clean it and recommend the right fix.
Do I still need yearly inspections after converting?
Yes. Gas fireplaces should be inspected yearly to make sure the venting is clear and the burner and logs are working properly.
What Customers Say on Google
★★★★★
“Koltin came by for an inspection and cleaning of my wood burning fireplace. The previous owner had set it up with ceramic logs over a log lighter gas pipe which had gotten covered in soot. Koltin did a great job cleaning it up and let me know the issues with it being set up that way. Will be getting rid of the ceramic logs and switching over to wood burning for now. Overall quick response, great communication and service.”
★★★★★
“Kris was professional on time well experienced and a joy to be around and talk to while the work with Bangtan. He was quick and fast with his work and got everything done and under an hour. I look forward to working with him next year.”
North & Northwest Side Neighborhoods We Serve
- Lincoln Park
- Old Town Triangle
- Park West
- Ranch Triangle
- Sheffield/DePaul
- Lincoln Central
- Wrightwood
- Clybourn Corridor
- Lakeview
- Northalsted (Boystown)
- Wrigleyville
- Southport Corridor
- Graceland West
- North Center
- Roscoe Village
- St. Ben's
- Lincoln Square
- Ravenswood
- Bowmanville
- Budlong Woods
- Uptown
- Buena Park
- Sheridan Park
- Clarendon Park
- Margate Park
- Argyle (Little Saigon)
- Edgewater
- Andersonville
- Rogers Park
- Loyola
- Howard
- West Ridge (West Rogers Park)
- Peterson Park
- Arcadia Terrace
- Nortown
- Devon Avenue (Little India)
- Logan Square
- Bucktown
- Palmer Square
- Belmont Gardens
- Avondale
- Polish Village
- Irving Park
- Old Irving Park
- Independence Park
- Kilbourn Park
- West Walker
- Albany Park
- Mayfair
- Hermosa
- Belmont Cragin
- Portage Park
- Six Corners
- Jefferson Park
- Gladstone Park
- North Park
- Hollywood Park
- Brynford Park
- Forest Glen
- Sauganash
- Edgebrook
- Wildwood
- Norwood Park
- Old Norwood
- Oriole Park
- Union Ridge
- Big Oaks
- Edison Park
- Dunning
- Schorsch Village
- Belmont Heights
- Irving Woods
- Montclare
- Galewood
Ready to get started?
Send us a work request or call 312-957-6896.
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