Choosing electric over gas seems like the obvious choice for reducing our dependence on fossil fuels. But some of the most common questions people ask before upgrading are about how much it costs to install and run an electric heating system such as radTherm.
Here we answer all your questions on electric radiator costs, including how much initial setup might be, potential electric radiator running costs, and what you can expect to save on your energy bills.
What are typical electric radiator running costs?
While we pride ourselves on being completely upfront and transparent at all times, we can never guarantee exactly how much it will cost to run an electric radiator. Each home’s electric radiator running costs will be unique and will depend on number of factors, such as:
- The type of insulation in the property
- Desired temperature in the home
- Natural factors like climate and weather
But to give you an idea of running costs, in a well-insulated property, a 2KW lounge radiator will cost around 8p per hour to run, even on a very cold winter’s day.
At North East Heating Solutions, we offer a FREE home survey and will always do our best to provide you with a realistic estimate of future running costs so that you have an idea of what to expect.
What energy savings can I make with electric radiators?
Again, the answer for this will differ based on your own unique circumstances, and the existing system you have in place. Generally, someone switching from gas central heating to electric heating will be different than someone switching from night storage heaters.
However, as electric heating systems are 100% efficient, this means there is zero energy wastage within the heating process. Compared to gas central heating, which only has 78% Annual Fuel Utilisation Efficiency (AFUE), and therefore losing around 22% of heat, electric heating usually wins hands-down in terms of efficiency and sustainability. If a heating system like radTherm is used effectively in a property, it can help to dramatically cut electric radiator costs over time.
Compared to gas heating, there are no cold spots in the home either. With electric heating, convected warmth is spread around the room evenly. So once your radiator is up to temperature, it will typically draw between 15-17 minutes of electricity per hour to top up the core and maintain the temperature of the room.
Our independent tests show that with an outside temperature of 6°C, an radTherm radiator would only need to be on for 30% of the time to maintain 21°C degrees in a room. And each radiator is independently controlled, so you don’t need to heat rooms that you’re not using. This impressive level of efficiency is what helps so many of our customers lower electric radiator running costs and their energy bills.
So how much money will electric radiators save me?
While each household is different, we have found that customers coming off an Economy 7 tariff tend to save about a third off their energy bills.
radTherm is much more energy efficient and cost-effective than gas central heating due to its ability to maintain heat in the core of the radiator. While gas radiators lose heat rapidly after the heat has been switched off, electric radiators retain their heat. As a guide, this can save around 30% on heating bills, meaning an electric radiator costs far less in the long-run.
Electric Radiator Installation Costs
Another important electric radiator cost consideration is the initial investment. Electric radiator prices vary depending on the brand, the type, the size, and design. But it’s important to watch out for false economy when shopping around.
While it’s certainly possible to purchase cheaper electric heaters online, they simply won’t have the same quality of materials required to keep your home warm in the most cost effective way as German manufactured radiators do.
radTherm will heat your home in a smart, user-controlled way, with heat on demand and room-by-room temperature control at the tap of an app – all while keeping your electric radiator running costs as low as possible. So the initial outlay and higher electric radiator prices for fitting and installation will be worth it in the long-run.
radTherm Electric Radiator Prices
Our radTherm radiator prices range from anywhere between £800 to £1800, inclusive of VAT and complete turnkey service with installation.
To make life easier, the price includes:
- Supply and full installation of your new heating system
- Removal of existing heating / hot water systems
- Environmentally-friendly disposal of these systems
- All associated electrical works and upgrades
These are just guide prices for our radiators. Everyone’s home is different, so we would always need to carry out a full free survey of your property first before we could provide an accurate quote.
Wait…what about the environmental cost of electric radiators?
Now more than ever, we all need to be asking what the environmental costs are when choosing a heating system for our home. Heating a home accounts for 65% of a family’s total energy use, so your choice of heating matters.
Here at North East Heating Solutions, we’re passionate about protecting the environment for future generations and this shines through in our products – designed to reduce emissions and prevent energy wastage.
Some of our customers choose to combine radTherm radiators with a 100% green electricity tariff or a renewable energy source like solar panels, in an effort to reduce their carbon footprint.
Not only can radTherm radiators deliver sustainable, eco-friendly heat, but they’re also fully recyclable. This means that once your radiator has outlived its very long life, our manufacturer can recycle it for future use.
If you’d like to learn more about our electric radiators, get in touch today. Book your FREE survey and we’ll provide a quote as well as some potential electric radiator cost calculations so you can see how much you can save!
To book your free home survey with North East Heating Solutions, call 0800 808 5816 or fill in our contact form here.
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