Efficient Heating with Electric Radiators: 7 Tips for Winter Savings

If you've embraced electric heating and are keen to maximise the efficiency of your electric radiators, you're in the right place.
  • Posted by Emily Jade
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  • Last updated 21 Nov, 2023

Efficient Heating with Electric Radiators: 7 Tips for Winter Savings

If you've embraced electric heating and are keen to maximise the efficiency of your electric radiators, you're in the right place. We'll explore a comprehensive set of tips and tricks, including the integration of energy-saving features, to ensure your winter heating is not only effective but also cost-efficient.

Our Energy Saving Heating Tips

  • Run your heating to a programme

Programming your radiators to align your heating with your daily routine can help prevent unnecessary energy usage – there’s no point heating an empty home! Our ELKATHERM® radiators can even be programmed remotely using our user friendly eComfort app, which lets you set heating schedules and control your radiators from your smart phone.

  • Manage heat room by room

Create separate heating programmes for each room to minimise energy waste. There's no need to heat a room you aren't using, and with ELKATHERM® radiators, you have precise control over each space's heating requirements.

  • Lower the thermostat

A slight adjustment down in temperature significantly reduces the energy output your radiators require to reach the desired warmth. Setting your thermostat to the lowest comfortable temperature, typically between 18°C and 23°C, optimises efficiency without compromising comfort.

  • Ensure you have the most efficient heaters

Not all electric radiators are equal. ELKATHERM® electric radiators boast a German A++ energy efficiency rating. They’re constructed using the highest quality materials to ensure rapid and even heat distribution, and are available in a huge range of shapes, sizes, styles and colours.

  • Utilise automatic energy saving features

Our ELKATHERM® electric radiators feature a host of energy saving features, such as open window detection and adaptive start. Ensure these are turned on to save energy and increase efficiency.

  • Take good care of your electric heating

While electric radiators require minimal maintenance, occasional dusting ensures they operate at peak efficiency, promoting longevity and keeping running costs low.

  • Don’t forget about water heating!

Water loses heat quickly. Traditional water heating systems are becoming increasingly expensive and wasteful - hot water cylinders, for example, could be costing homeowners as much as £1.73 each day before delivering even a drop of hot water. That’s £631.45 each year!

Sunamp Thermino heat batteriesare compact (up to four times smaller than hot water cylinders!), more efficient and cost-effective. If combined with solar power, up to 75% of annual hot water can be provided free of charge!

 

By implementing these strategies and harnessing the advanced features of ELKATHERM® electric radiators, you're poised to achieve unparalleled efficiency, cost savings, and optimal comfort throughout the winter months.

Get in touch today for more information or to book a free home survey. Call us on 01244 371 445 or email hello@heatelectric.uk

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