There are numerous factors to consider when choosing a heating system that’s best for you, such as safety, health, efficiency, cost, reliability and versatility.

In our overview of the selection process, we’re going to consider the most common forms of space heating options available today, including electricity, gas, fuel oil, and wood. We’ll also cover the heaters themselves – radiators, baseboard, fan, and gas heaters, along with central heating systems.

What Form of Heating Energy is Best for Me?

To determine which alternative works best for you, you first have to look at the pros and cons of each type of system.

Fuel Oil
Fuel oil systems can be costly to run. Their operating costs can fluctuate depending on the political climate in the Middle East. Although the technology was once superior, it has taken a backseat to more efficient and cost-effective measures.

Wood
Wood fires create a wonderful ambiance, but are expensive to maintain unless you cut and stock your own timber. Wood fires are also messy, hard to clean up and require a lot of attention to keep going.

Gas
While gas is the cheapest of all fuels, there are safety aspects to consider. Fumes from gas fires are not only unpleasant, but carbon monoxide poisoning is one of the leading causes of heater deaths in the U.S., today, which is why it’s illegal to install gas heaters in bedrooms in many states.

Electricity
This is the most common form of heating in the U.S. today. Americans dread receiving their winter electric bills as costs continue to rise. Electric heating equipment is versatile and can be placed anywhere - in the attic, basement, or any room you choose. Electricity is the safest, cleanest and most cost-efficient fuel available. There are no tanks to fill, no possibility of explosion, and you pay only for electricity that’s been used.

So how can we heat our homes and offices with electricity and do it in the most economical, efficient and environmentally friendly manner? The answer lies in the top 10 reasons to choose Econo-Heat panel heaters. Below, we’re going to answer these questions in detail:

1. What will it cost to run the heating system?
2. What is the total installed cost of the heating system?
3. How reliable and easy to clean is the heating system?
4. How efficient is the heating system?
5. How safe is the heating system?
6. How healthy is the heating system?
7. How effective is the heating system?
8. Is the heating system environmentally friendly?
9. How pleasing to the senses is the heating system?
10. How versatile is the heating system?

Top 10 Reasons to Choose Econo-Heat Panel Heaters

1.  Halve Your Heating Bill
Each Econo-Heat panel heater costs approximately 3 cents per hour to operate. This compares to up to 18 cents per hour for fan and radiator heaters and other forms of central heating systems (gas and electric). The attic blower fan on most central heating systems draws more power than just one 400-watt panel heater.

Did you know that even in Florida, heating can cost 2-3 times more than air conditioning? Even using ceiling fans to draw warm air down to the living space can get expensive. A ceiling fan that runs all the time costs about $7 a month. Multiply that by the number of ceiling fans and it quickly adds up.

Econo-Heaters cost far less to operate than any other type of heater. See the comparison table below.

Heat Type		Average Wattage	Cost per Hour
			Max (cents)	Min (cents)
Econo-Heat Panel Heater	Flat Panel Heater	400	3	3
Electric Reverse Cycle AC (window/wall models and mini split systems)	Reverse Cycle	Less than 1500	12	6
		1500 to 3000	24	12
		3200 to 4000	32	26
		4200 to 5000	40	34
		5200 to 6000	48	42
Electric Radiator Heaters	Single bar	750 to 1200	10	6
	Double bar	1500 to 1800	14	12
	Triple (with/without fan)	2400	18	18
Electric Fan Heaters	Single	1200	10	10
	Double	2400	19	19
Electric Oil Heaters	Small	1000 to 1500	8	8
	Medium	2000	16	16
	Large	2400	19	19

2. Low Cost Central Heating Solution
The total cost of the heating system includes the goods plus the cost of installation (including electrical, or fuel oil hookup). Nothing comes close to the value of an Econo-Heat system. Installation costs are virtually non-existence, since anyone can install these heaters in less than ten minutes. There are also no electrical hookups required (unless you plan to hardwire them), since they plug directly into a standard power outlet. For comparison, consider a small apartment of about 700 square feet. This would require no more than 6 panel heaters, bringing the total cost to around $480. Electric Baseboards installed cost at least double this (approx $1000) and central heating (gas or electricity) cost at least three to six times more than this ($1500 - $3000) depending on the system.

3. No Maintenance Bills
Many heaters today have a short life span because fan motors and/or heating elements burn out. Not so with the Econo-Heater. It’s comprised of no moving parts, and should never break down unless it’s severely abused. When you’re buying any product, you should consider its longevity as a measure of its worth.

4. Very Efficient Room Heating
Efficiency is determined by how well a heater works for the amount of electricity it uses. Econo-Heaters use less electricity than any other heater on the market for a given area. They draw in cold air from the floor of the room and then circulate the air for free. Using added electricity to force the hot air around a room would be inefficient.

Econo-Heaters are designed to be mounted six inches off the floor and flush with the wall. There is a one-inch air gap behind the heater into which cold air is drawn. Because the gap is so small, the cold air is heated very quickly and rises out of the small gap at the top of the panel. More cold air then rushes into the gap behind the heater and the natural circulation of heated air continues. This natural convection eliminates the needs for a fan, thus increasing the heaters efficiency.

5. Safely Heat Your Home
The top concerns with heater safety are surface temperature and the possibility of a fire. Econo-Heaters operate at a relatively low surface temperature of 170°F. This ensures that, although the heater is hot to touch, it will not burn the skin if touched. This gives parents and pet owners peace of mind when leaving the EconoHeater on while their children or pets are alone in the room. However, it is always good practise to keep an eye on infants when they are near heaters of any kind. With no exposed elements or areas for dust accumulation, the risk of fire is almost nil. Our panel heaters eliminate risks associated with portable fan heaters, such as tipping over and paperwork fires, instigated by home or office clutter.

6. Promotes a Healthy Home
Central Heating systems (along with portable fan heaters) are dust, mold and allergen traps that wreak havoc on asthma and allergy sufferers. When the central heating fans turn on, these contaminants are propelled around the home or office, causing health problems. With careful placement, an entire home can have Econo-heaters placed in all - or certain - rooms, eliminating the need to turn on the central heating system. This will save your health as well as protect your pocket book.

7. Eliminates Hot and Cold Spots
Econo-heaters are not designed to deliver a blast of instant heat, but rather stay on for long periods of time or take the chill out of the air when the owner returns to a cold home or office - or even just before you get out of bed in the morning. In this way, Econo-heaters are very effective. Please read some of our customer testimonials to get a better idea of exactly how Econo-Heat can bring warmth to your world. (click here)

8. Easy Installation and Simple Operation
Electric heating is the cleanest form of heating. There are no harmful pollutants emitted from the Econo-Heat system as there are with gas-fired central heating systems or fuel oil boilers. Because of the Econo-Heat panel heaters’ low power consumption and high efficiency, our precious natural resources are conserved at a greater rate.

9.  Slim, Discreet & Stylish
What other heater on the market can be used in so many different environments and be matched to any décor - or even used as a wall picture? See our Custom Designs section for more details. (click here)

10.  Paint to match your wall color
Econo-Heaters are slim, sleek and stylish. In fact, when they’re painted the same color as the walls, you hardly know they’re there! No other heater on the market can be painted like this. In fact, most heaters are bulky and unsightly or take up too much floor space. At the end of winter, simply roll up the cord and tuck it away behind the heater. Our heaters are also silent because there is no noisy fan keeping you awake at night.