Articles

IntelliFire Troubleshooting: IntelliFire Plus and IntelliFire Touch Codes, Pairing and Parts

By Fireplace Choice October 28, 2026 | error-codes heat-n-glo heatilator hht intellifire intellifire-plus intellifire-touch ipi majestic monessen quadra-fire remote-controls troubleshooting | 0 comments

IntelliFire is the electronic ignition Hearth & Home Technologies (HHT) builds into the gas fireplaces and inserts it sells as Heat & Glo, Heatilator, Quadra-Fire, Majestic and Monessen. Three generations are in homes today: the original IntelliFire, IntelliFire Plus (RC300-style remotes) and IntelliFire Touch (touchscreen RC400 or RC450). They light...

Best Direct Vent Gas Fireplaces 2026: Top Brands Compared

By Fireplace Choice April 23, 2026 | 2026 buying guide comparison direct vent empire gas fireplace heat-n-glo mendota valor | 0 comments

TL;DR — The best direct vent gas fireplaces of 2026, by category: Best Overall — Mendota FullView (massive viewing window, premium cast iron build). Best Linear — Empire Boulevard (modern linear at value pricing). Best Premium Traditional — Heat-N-Glo True Series. Best Radiant Heat — Valor Horizon (real radiant heat,...

Vent-Free vs Direct Vent Gas Fireplaces: Which Is Better in 2026?

By Fireplace Choice April 23, 2026 | 2026 buying guide comparison direct vent empire gas fireplace heat-n-glo vent-free | 0 comments

TL;DR — Direct vent is the safer, code-approved-everywhere choice — sealed combustion through an exterior wall or roof, no indoor air quality concerns, approved for bedrooms. Vent-free is the cheaper, easier-to-install choice (no chimney needed) but is restricted in CA, MA, parts of NY, and not approved for bedrooms in...

Heat N Glo Fireplace Troubleshooting: Common Issues and Solutions

By Fireplace Choice March 19, 2026 | blower motor fireplace problems fireplace troubleshooting gas fireplace repair Heat N Glo HHT parts pilot light remote control | 0 comments

Heat N Glo fireplaces are among the most popular gas fireplaces installed in homes across North America. Manufactured by Hearth & Home Technologies (HHT), these units are known for their reliability and efficiency. However, like any gas appliance, they can develop issues over time that require troubleshooting and sometimes replacement...

How to Find Your Gas Fireplace Model Number

By Fireplace Choice March 19, 2026 | Empire gas fireplace Heat N Glo Heatilator how-to identification model number Napoleon Superior | 0 comments

Ordering the right replacement part for your gas fireplace starts with one critical piece of information: your model number. Without it, you're guessing — and guessing with gas fireplace parts can mean ordering the wrong thermocouple length, the wrong pilot assembly type, or a gas valve that doesn't fit.This guide...

Newsletter

Recent Post