How much does it cost to replace a fireplace blower?
A professional fireplace service company charges about $400 to do the job (parts and labor). But you can replace the blower with a complete motor/fan blower assembly yourself in about an hour for less than $140. Many gas fireplaces use a blower to drive warm air out into the room.
Why is my blower not working on my fireplace?
If your fireplace blower isn’t working, this is often due to dust, broken parts, or dead batteries. In these cases, you can typically solve the problem yourself by cleaning or replacing the troublesome parts.
How long do fireplace blower motors last?
10 to 20 years
The bearings of the blower motor can also lose their initial lubrication and begin to dry out, causing increased friction in the motor. The blower motor in your home or office should last anywhere from 10 to 20 years. Modern sealed bearings and sealed bushings can push the lifespan to its maximum of 20 years.
How much does it cost to install a blower in a gas fireplace?
A professional fireplace service company costs $400 to do the job. In about an hour, you can replace the blower yourself with a complete motor/fan blower assembly.
Can I run my gas fireplace without the fan?
A fireplace without a fan will still work safely and effectively utilizing radiant heat to warm up the room & home. During a power outage all wood and direct vent gas fireplaces, Inserts and stoves will continue to work safely producing radiant heat without the need for a fan.
Can you run gas fireplace without blower?
Yes, you can use a gas fireplace without a blower. Gas fireplaces are usually installed with a blower so that the heat from the fireplace isn’t concentrated in one part of the room alone. Without the blower, the gas fireplace will still work fine for hours as long as the fireplace is vented.
How do you know if your blower motor is bad?
Here are 4 common symptoms of a bad blower motor:
- Low/no airflow from vents. The classic sign of a bad blower motor is restricted airflow coming from your air vents.
- Strange sounds coming from blower.
- Circuit breaker keeps tripping.
- Hot/burning smell coming from air vents.
Can a blower motor be repaired?
There are a number of things that can go wrong with your heating system, but if the air stops blowing altogether and the same is true on cold air settings, a blower motor replacement is likely in order. The good news is that it’s a fairly straight forward repair.
How do I know if my fireplace has a blower?
If you can only feel the heat from the front of the fireplace, it means there is no fireplace blower. But if you can feel the heat from the fireplace at all sides, it means there is a blower in the gas fireplace that is circulating the heat.
How much does it cost to install a gas fireplace blower?