Keeping You Warm This Winter

Business Profile written by Sheila Turner-Hilliard

Photos by Shannon Lynn Photography

Cooler weather calls for comfort, and there is no better place to be on a chilly night than snuggled up in your favorite chair, basking in the warmth of a cozy fireplace. If thoughts like these have you longing for winter weather, it may be time to pay a visit to Scott’s Fireplace Products in Newtown Square.

Conveniently located at 3137 West Chester Pike, Scott’s Fireplace Products specializes in gas fireplaces, from vent-free to vented to direct vent. They also offer custom glass door enclosures made for any type of fireplace, and a wide variety of decorative and functional accessories. Whether you’re in the market for a new gas fireplace or need to get your existing fireplace winter-ready, you can trust father and son Scott and Ray Magness and their team of expert installers, plumbers and service technicians.

If you have lived in our area for any amount of time, you will remember that Scott’s Fireplace Products was formally DeYoung’s Fireside Shoppe, which opened its doors in 1985. Robert DeYoung was the original owner of the fireplace company where the current owner, Scott Magness, worked as an installer. The Magness and DeYoung families had been close for many years, so when it came time in 2009 for Robert to step away from the business, Scott was there to make the smooth transition as the new owner.

Scott and Ray Magness, the father-and-son team behind Scott’s Fireplace Products

Long before Scott began working for Robert DeYoung, he first became an expert plumber after learning the trade from his uncle. The value of working with his hands was instilled in Scott early, and in 1987, he started his own plumbing business, to serve the residents of Delaware County. Scott soon began adding gas fireplace installations and service to his offerings, something most other plumbers avoided because installation can be complicated depending on the setup of the house, and the skills involved can be unique to gas fireplaces.

But Scott recognized a growing demand for gas fireplaces and customers looking for knowledgeable and reliable local gas fireplace sales and service. That combination prompted him to specialize in gas fireplaces and eventually led him to work for Robert DeYoung and then become the owner of his own business. “I really enjoy working with people and solving problems,” Scott said. “Many times people don’t know how gas lines are run so they ask me if I am sure that what they want can be done.” Scott assures his customers that it is not only possible, but it can also be done efficiently.

For the past 12 years, Scott said he has seen his business flourish in our community, and for the past 10 years, he has shared the joy with his son, Ray. Scott and his wife Sundey live in Havertown and have three grown sons: Ray, Colin and Troy. Their oldest son, Ray, attended Haverford High School and after graduation, he enrolled in several business courses that aligned well with his plans to join his father in the family business. Ray’s understanding of marketing and advertising, coupled with his appreciation for the value of labor, made him the perfect fit for the role of in-store sales and management.

Some of the many items Scott’s Fireplace Products offers

Ray lives in Drexel Hill with his wife Amanda, their 7-yearold daughter Juliana, their 3-month-old daughter Lilian, and Milo, the family pup. While at work, Ray spends his days in the showroom, talking with prospective customers about their wants and needs. He particularly enjoys this aspect of the job because he has the opportunity to build a relationship with each customer. “I like talking to people, learning their style, understanding their vision and getting a sense of what would work best in their home,” Ray explained. “My goal is to bring their vision to life and exceed their expectations when it comes to our products, installation and service.”

Unlike many large retail stores, Scott’s Fireplace Products has its own team of installers and service technicians. This personal approach and attention to quality service is something that Scott and Ray take very seriously. “It’s important to us that we are a one-stop shop,” Scott explained. “We provide the necessary maintenance as an additional service so that the products we install will have a full and efficient life.”

From plumbing to gas fireplaces, working for DeYoung’s and eventually owning his own business that also includes sales and service of gas grills, Scott Magness has created an interesting and meaningful career. He and his son Ray, along with the team at Scott’s Fireplace Products look forward to keeping our community warm and cozy for many years to come. For more information, visit their showroom, call 484-422-8326 or visit their website: www.ScottsFireplaceProducts.com.

Scott's Fireplace Products

484-422-8334 www.ScottsFireplaceProducts.com

3137 West Chester Pike Newtown Square, PA

Value, at the end of the day, is what bridges the gap between low price desires and the premium products we offer at Scott’s Fireplace Products.

Direct Vent Inserts & Fireplaces Contemporary & Electric Fireplaces Glass Doors, Grates and Log Rings Vented & Vent-Free Gas Logs Gas Stoves & Accessories Outdoor Living Fire Pits