Fireplace Xtrodinair Elite 44: Will it be worth the initial expense?

[Jimz]

Hi all,

Hoping the opinions on this site will help in my decision. I am considering replacing my Tempco (large 44x28 viewing area) ZC fireplace with the FPX Elite 44. I now have 7'x9' floor to ceiling cultured stone with a raised hearth which the dealer tells me will have to come down completely. Due to the size of the Elite, the depth must also be increased a few more inches into the room. The total price quote, which includes demolition, installation of stove and chimney, rebuilding of hearth, and installation of new cultured stone is $16,250.00. My last oil delivery during the summer was $1,850.00 @ $4.27.00 per gallon, this should last toward the end of January. My house is a 3000 + - Sq. Ft. cape with an open 1st floor plan. It is a well insulated 12 year old home. I also have an unlimited supply of free oak firewood on my property as long as I can do the work to cut and split. I tried to get quotes from a few other dealers but two never retuned my phone call, and another came to look at the job and never called back with a price. I am looking forward to your opinions and help.


THANKS

 

[budman]

Ouch,16,500 is a lot of money i hope you are getting another quote on that
job.Try northstar in middletown ny a guy at work is having the elite 36
installed this week from them.

 

[Jimz]

Hi Budman,

Thanks for the info on North Star, they didn't show up on the FPX website using my Zip Code, I'm in Dutchess County. I'll give them a try tomorrow. It amazes me that I was only able to get one price quote out of four dealers. I'm hoping North Star will be more professional.



Thanks again

 

[scfa99]

Couple questions. How many gallons on average of oil do you use a year? Are you willing to do the work that is required to run 24/7? Can you post a pic of your current setup?