Deciding between gas and electric heating can be a difficult decision with the ever increasing quality of electric radiators convincing many UK homeowners to make the switch from a traditional boiler.
Some people dismiss the idea of electric heating because of a negative perception of portable electric heaters and storage heaters which have traditionally been significantly outperformed by more efficient boilers.
However, advances in technology in recent years and the soaring price of gas in the UK has made modern electric radiators appear a much more attractive option and more and more people are making the switch as a result.
At Greener Energy Group, our market leading electric radiators are incredibly energy efficient, outperforming even the most efficient of gas boilers, are designed in a stylish and modern way, and can be installed in an instant by our expert technicians.
Deciding upon the most suitable heating system for your home is a big decision and you will have to deal with whatever choice you make for many years to come so it is vital that you are in possession of all the facts before committing.
For that reason, we have put together this guide to the top benefits of choosing electric radiators over a traditional gas boiler.
4 Advantages of Electric Radiators over Gas Central Heating
1. Energy Efficiency
The energy efficiency of electric heating is perhaps the main advantage that is turning so many people away from traditional gas boilers.
For every single unit of electric energy that is consumed by your electric radiator, one unit of heat energy will be produced, meaning that they can achieve an impressive 100% efficiency rate.
Even a brand new top-of-the-range combi gas boiler will only be able to achieve around 94% efficiency.
Gas heating systems lose additional heat energy in a number of ways besides the generation process itself, including heat leaking out into cavity space within walls at the hot water is transported through your home’s pipe system.
With an electric system, all your radiators will be able to operate on their own so only the energy that needs to be used will be consumed, maximising your value for money.
2. Lower Carbon Footprint
Gas home heating is a major contributing factor to the UK’s total carbon emissions output.
In fact, estimates suggest that as much as 35% of the total emissions produced in the country are as a result of home and industrial heating.
Electric heating systems themselves produce absolutely 0 emissions, contributing significantly to reducing your own personal carbon footprint and assisting with the global effort to tackle the current climate emergency.
Electricity itself does produce some emissions to generate so is not completely clean, as is the case with some renewable energy sources such as solar panels, but nowhere near as much as gas.
Overall electricity is MUCH more sustainable than gas, with over 40% of mains electricity produced being from renewable sources.
This means that when you install an electric heating system you will not only be helping to save your wallet but also the planet.
3. Ongoing Costs
Increased energy efficiency is only one area in which electric heating systems can save you money.
Installing a boiler is hugely expensive when compared to electric radiators, especially if all the internal piping systems and radiators need to be put in place.
Installing a gas boiler in a home that has never had one before can cost anywhere between £3000-5000 plus an insurance cost of around £100 per year.
4. Easy Installation
Electric heating Glasgow can be installed in no time at all, and require very little expertise to put in place, with many radiators coming with their own DIY installation guide.
There are no pipes to connect to a central boiler, no structural changes or planning required, simply install the wall attachment bracket, pug into the wall socket, and away you go.
If you do choose to have a professional put your radiators in place, they will have the job done in a matter of moments, a far less intrusive job than the several weeks it can take to put brand new gas central heating in place.
Contact Greener Energy Group
At Greener Energy Group we offer industry leading German Electric Heating systems to customers across Scotland.
All our installations are conducted with no fuss by our 1st class installers with smart technology allowing for ultimate customisation and control.
Our 10 year warranty means that any repairs or ongoing maintenance will not cost you a penny and our sales team will be on hand all the way for any questions that you may have.
For more information or to arrange a free survey, call us today on 03335 77 66 99.
