New Fireplaces and Council Consent

When it comes to installing a new fireplace, there's one major difference between putting in wood or gas. That difference is council consent — one needs it and the other doesn't.

A building consent is required for all wood burner fires and a Code Compliance certificate is issued after the completed installation is inspected.

Gas fires, on the other hand, do not require consent. This is because, instead of being consented by the local council, gas fires are certified by gasfitters, who are trained for their role and take full responsibility for installation. With the process being prescribed by the Gas Code, the council sees no reason to get involved.

While a gas fire installation, unlike a wood fire installation, doesn't require council consent, the process is still very closely monitored. Once a gasfitter has installed a gas fire, they will issue the homeowner with a Code Compliance certificate for the work. Getting the installation right is extremely important as it means the home is safe, as well as warm.

Electric fire installation require electrical connection by a qualified registered electrician, but no Council consents either.

Escea retailers offers a large selection of wood, electric and gas fires. Escea gas fireplaces are efficient, well-designed and offer flexible installation options, meaning flues can run through walls, ceilings or under the floor.

For more information on New Zealand gas fitters, visit the Plumbers, Gasfitters and Drainlayers Board website.

Escea DF700 High Heat Output Gas Fireplace

Escea Fireplace Company

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With its smaller dimensions, flexible flues, and a wider range of surround options to choose from, the retrofittable Escea DF700 Gas Fireplace is perfect for replacing traditional open-fronted fireplaces, or as a classic addition to a modern home.

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Minimum cavity space of 555mm high by 695mm wide and 400mm deep — suitable as a replacement for an old radiant space heater or an open-fronted fireplace that is built into a chimney cavity
The DF700 is suitable for new build homes and can be built into a timber wall
The Zero Clearance rating allows this fireplace to be installed without fireproof wall linings, and it can be installed below a television
Refined styling blends into the more traditional looking homes

Star Rating: See Gasmark Certificate (will vary slightly depending on gas and flue type)

Escea DF960 High Heat Output Gas Fireplace

Escea Fireplace Company

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Designed with renovators in mind, the Escea DF960 Gas Fireplace features Direct Vent Power Flue technology with flexible flues that can run up, down, and even horizontally, making it just as suitable for modern new builds as traditional installs.

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Ideal for modern or traditional styled open plan living space
The DF960 gas fireplace was designed with renovators in mind — smaller dimensions and flexible installation make the DF960 perfect for older homes

Star Rating: See Gasmark Certificate (will vary slightly depending on gas and flue type)

Escea DL850 High Efficiency Fireplace

Escea Fireplace Company

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The DL850 gas fireplace is a perfect balance of high performance, 5 star efficiency and new generation control technology, coupled with the stunning beauty that is Escea.

Ideal for the average sized home
Powered Direct Vent flue allows both horizontal and vertical flue runs, and can be terminated on a vertical wall
Allows for flue runs up to 12m long
Flue can run under the floor to create an island in the middle of the room

5 Energy Star Rating
9.2Kw heat output
5 year Firebox warranty
2 year total warranty

Escea DX1000 High Efficiency Fireplace

Escea Fireplace Company

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The DX1000 gas fireplace makes a dramatic statement that looks great single-sided, but looks even more spectacular double-sided.

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Double sided option allows for a fireplace to be in two areas of a room, perfect for an open plan living / dining area or where a divider wall is in place
The zero clearance rating allows the DX1000 to be installed without fireproof wall linings and below a television
The Powered Direct Vent flue allows for both horizontal and vertical flue runs and can be terminated on a vertical wall
Allows for runs up to 12m long
Can be flued through the floor to create an island
Suitable for use with Escea's Multiroom Heat Ducting system — ducts deliver warm air back into the room and to other nominated rooms through the floor, ceiling or wall outlets

The DX1000 captures up to 90% of the available heat and returns it back into the room via Escea's heat duct technology
Energy Star rating: 5
8.4Kw heat output
5 year firebox warranty
2 year total warranty

Escea DX1500 High Efficiency Fireplace

Escea Fireplace Company

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Setting new standards in gas fireplaces, the Escea DX1500 combines a 1500mm width flame, 5 Star efficiency, Heat Ducting Technology and Escea's exclusive Smart Heat control system to create the most sophisticated ultra-wide fireplace on the market.

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NZ Made

NZ-Owned Business

Double sided option allows for a fireplace to be in two areas of a room, perfect for an open plan living / dining area or where a divider wall is in place
The zero clearance rating allows the DX1500 to be installed without fireproof wall linings and below a television
The Powered Direct Vent flue allows for both horizontal and vertical flue runs and can be terminated on a vertical wall
Allows for runs up to 12m long
Can be flued through the floor to create an island
Suitable for use with Escea's Multiroom Heat Ducting system— ducts deliver warm air back into the room and to other nominated rooms through the floor, ceiling or wall outlets

The DX1500 captures up to 90% of the available heat and returns it back into the room via Escea's Heat Ducts
Energy Star rating: 5
10.4Kw heat output
5 year firebox warranty
2 year total warranty

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