Electric Heating Generally - It Doesn't Have To Cost The Earth!

Electric heating in the home is now more than 17% cheaper than gas central heating for the average householder, according to a recent study carried out by Applied Energy.  When you also take into account things like annual servicing costs needed for boiler systems the savings are even greater.  "But running electric heating is expensive isn't it?"  "Electricity costs more than gas doesn't it?"  These are the most common queries I get when anyone asks me about alternatives to traditional gas fired central heating.  Well no - quite simply that is no longer the case.  Besides, not everyone has access to mains gas (me included) and so it is important to look at the options.  These are some of the systems I have found over the years that really do save you money and offer reliable, service for the long term.

EnergoCassette in a typical office settingAlfaCassette - electric radiant ceiling panels for offices, shops, nursing homes, schools - anywhere you want the heating away from the floor and walls. 98% efficient giving 35-40% savings on space heating costs. Mirror finish ecolec heaterEcolec - the ultimate in low energy wall mounted panel heaters, offering fantastic economy with style, low capital cost, ease of installation and even sexy stuff remote (hand held) control of timing and temperature.
Controls - no point having a great heating system if you don't control it effectively - here are a few ideas

typical electric heating control

Hot Water - control, efficiency and use of solar

hot water cylinder

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