--- title: "Forden's — Fireplace Sales & Installation | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/fireplace-sales-and-installation/forden-s-pfvwus-pf~403615859 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~403615859.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Forden's" category: ["Fireplace Sales & Installation"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/5b23c31903f67c1d_3594-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "857 Monterey St, San Luis Obispo, California 93401, United States" latitude: 35.2635 longitude: -120.6509 phone: "(805) 543-1090" website: http://www.fordens.com rating: 5 review_count: 3 best_of_houzz_awards: 1 followers: 43 last_updated: 2026-09-23 --- # Forden's Original Houzz profile: [Forden's](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/fireplace-sales-and-installation/forden-s-pfvwus-pf~403615859) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Fireplace Sales & Installation - **Location:** San Luis Obispo, CA - **Serves:** San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara Counties - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (3 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2025), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - 25 Ideabook Saves Founded in 1939 this family owned Fireplace Shop is built on reputation and integrity. Having been in our current location since the 1950's we are well established in downtown San Luis Obispo. During 2008 we experienced a complete remodel which allowed us to allocate our space to accommodate over 45 hearth product concepts including inserts, stoves, fireplaces, gas logs and electric fireplaces as well as barbeques and retro style kitchen appliances. Our goal is to serve our customers and we have built a knowledgeable staff to assist you. We enjoy working with homeowners, contractors and interior designers to find the best option for your project. Although we have been in business over 75 years we have not remained mired in the past. Our inventory includes the latest in contemporary fireplace options as well as traditional styles and everything in between. We look forward to continued growth In the future which shouldn't be difficult. Between our owners we have 14 children and grandchildren who may one day choose to step in as the next generation of service providers in the fireplace industry. ### Services Provided - Offer guidance and education to you in the selection of a fireplace product for your home application. Style - size and function are considered to give you options from which to choose. Provide annual maintenance - inspection - diagnosis and repair including chimney sweeping. Installation of your hearth product by professionally trained technicians to ensure safe operation. ### Areas Served - San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara Counties ### Typical Job Cost $100 - $10000 Since we sell everything from basic gas log sets to high end modern fireplaces there isn't a "typical" job cost but you will find our prices are competitive. ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Forden's | | Address | 857 Monterey St, San Luis Obispo, California 93401, United States | | Phone | (805) 543-1090 | | Website | http://www.fordens.com | | License Number | 999900 | | Followers on Houzz | 43 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/Fordens-135740153104563/timeline/?ref=hl - X (Twitter) — https://twitter.com/FordensSLO - Blog — www.fordens.com ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Forden's](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/fireplace-sales-and-installation/forden-s-pfvwus-pf~403615859) - **Website:** http://www.fordens.com - **Phone:** (805) 543-1090 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Certified Gas Specialists - National Fireplace Institute - Service Team Members are certified in Gas, Wood & Pellet Products - 2013 & 2011 Heat and Glo - Top Growth Dealer - 2011 Heat and Glo - Top Sales Dealer - 2011 Travis Industries - Top Sales Volume in Territory - **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2025), for Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 3 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 5.0 - Communication: 5.0 - Value: 5.0 ### All 3 reviews **★★★★★ — t a long, Jan. 2024** > The exact items that I needed. Couldn't find the size or quality on the web. > They had them both. Great service and knowledge ,and advice. Ted **★★★★★ — Schaefer Custom Homes, Jan. 2016** > Forden's has provided us and our clients with exceptional service for over 25 years! They are always quick to respond to our requests and to research solutions for each and every challenge we need help with. Out clients have always been delighted with there friendly and helpful staff. Their installers are courteous and clean and perform their duties with a high degree of professionalism. > We look forward to many more years working with our team at Forden's! **★★★★★ — Odenwald Construction Company, Jan. 2016** > We have been using Forden's as our primary source of fireplaces for years now. They have the best selection in the showroom and Jason and Dean are extremely knowledgeable and helpful with the selection process. Their high quality product line ranges from traditional to modern so they have something for every type of project. ## Selected projects - [Pismo Beach Oceanfront](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/pismo-beach-oceanfront-pj-vj~1753280) - Location: Pismo Beach, CA - Photos: 4 - Description: Tuck yourself in on a blustery day in this beautiful oceanfront home's media room. Linear 60" Mezzo gas fireplace from Heat & Glo. Unique underwater feel in this room thanks to muralists' work. Upstairs you'll find an Isokern Green-Tech EPA Qualified wood burning fireplace. - [Ribbon Fireplaces](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/ribbon-fireplaces-pj-vj~1523441) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 3 - [Two Sided Fireplaces](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/two-sided-fireplaces-pj-vj~1307555) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 1 - [Woodstove](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/woodstove-pj-vj~1523443) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 1 - [Standard Fireplaces](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/standard-fireplaces-pj-vj~1523442) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 8 [See all 5 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/fireplace-sales-and-installation/forden-s-pfvwus-pf~403615859) --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-23.*