Who Owns Empire Comfort Systems?
Empire Comfort Systems is a family-owned company that has been in business since 1932. The company is based in Belleville, Illinois, and manufactures gas and wood fireplaces, inserts, log sets, and other hearth products, sold through a network of dealers across the United States and Canada.
What Are Empire Comfort Systems’ Popular Product Lines?
Empire manufactures direct-vent and B-vent gas fireplaces, wood-burning fireplaces, gas inserts, and vent-free gas options, including product lines marketed under names like Loft and Innsbrook. Check Empire’s current catalog or an authorized dealer for the specific models available, since manufacturer lineups change over time.
How Do You Light an Empire Gas Fireplace?
This depends on the specific model and ignition type — Empire fireplaces use standing pilot (millivolt), electronic push-button, or remote-control ignition systems depending on the unit, generally operated with a compatible remote (Empire’s own remotes, or third-party units like Skytech, are common). Check your specific model’s manual for the exact startup sequence, since ignition procedures vary meaningfully across ignition types.
Are Empire Gas Logs Good?
Empire’s gas logs are generally well-regarded for realistic log detail and build quality, consistent with an established manufacturer with decades in the hearth products business. As with any gas log purchase, verify the specific set is rated for your fireplace type (vented vs. vent-free) before buying.
Where Are Empire’s Products Made?
Empire manufactures in the United States, at its Belleville, Illinois facility.
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