Electric Heating | Blog

Electric heating is outdated, expensive, and there is just no demand for it, right? Wrong! We have taken a look at some of the misconceptions associated with electric heating, keep on reading to find out more. 1 – Isn’t electric heating outdated? Ten years ago, we might have been inclined to have agreed that electric systems were outdated. However, over the last few years, product innovation has come on leaps and bounds, and there is now a new generation of electric boilers and electric radiators available on the market that... Read More

Are you looking to expand your business, undertake technical training courses and have technical telephone support whilst carrying out installations? Then the Electric Heating Company would like to help you! We have been supplying electric heating appliances to installers within the UK, Ireland and the Channel Islands for over 15 years and are actively seeking Accredited Heating Contractors in selective postcode areas throughout the UK. What are the benefits of becoming an Accredited Heating Contractor with EHC? Field support We are committed to providing our AHCs with full field support... Read More

As summer continues, you will use your conservatory or sun-room more as your main sitting room to enjoy the lighter mornings and evenings. What you might want to consider is whether the heating in your conservatory or sun-room is sufficient, as we all know how unpredictable British weather can be. Ensure your conservatory is kept warm and your entertainment flowing no matter the temperature outdoors with our range of Electric Conservatory Radiators. Why would you need a conservatory radiator? Heat is lost in your conservatory due to the thermal values... Read More

Jovana Radulovic, University of Portsmouth The UK government has recently announced new grants to encourage the public to move from gas boilers to heat pumps, a greener energy alternative. But little has been said about electric boilers as another low-carbon option. The UK is aiming to phase out gas boilers and replace them with low-carbon technologies, such as heat pumps and electric boilers, in order to reach net-zero levels of CO₂ by 2050. Households are being offered grants of up to £5,000 for low-carbon heating systems with the ambitious target... Read More

The dream for most would be to heat our homes comfortably, efficiently and inexpensively; whilst also reducing our carbon footprint. If you have the financial capabilities and the desire to go green with your energy, this vision is very possible. Whether using solar or wind-powered energy, households have the potential to generate power from the sun to help heat their electric radiators and warm their homes comfortably for most of the year. Read below to find out how Solar panels work with electric radiators and whether they could be an... Read More

Heating your home is one of the areas where you can make the most significant impact on your carbon footprint, so choosing the right boiler for your home is a crucial step to take when it comes to the environmental impact. Studies have shown that an astonishing 85% of the UK’s population currently rely on a gas boiler to heat their home, and in turn, this accounts for 14% of the carbon emissions produced by the UK alone. With the UK being committed to reducing emissions to zero by 2050,... Read More

Which Electric Boiler is right for me? Are you seeking a new Electric Boiler, or thinking of making the switch from gas to electric, and don’t know where to start? Fortunately for you, The Electric Heating Company has several boiler options to suit your needs. We will discuss the available alternatives to assist you in making the correct boiler choice for you. We have several different Electric Boilers to choose from; including our Comet Electric System Boiler, our Mercury Electric Combi Boiler, our SlimJim Electric Flow Boiler, and the Comet... Read More

How to Reduce your Energy Bills While Using EHC Electric Heaters Over the years, electric heaters have had negative impressions. For many, the devices are overly expensive and inefficient. However, times have changed, and this does not have to be the impression anymore. You can still use electric heaters without feeling like they are overeating into your budget.   Here are five ways to reduce your energy bills while using electric heaters   Make sure your house has sufficient insulation Heat is always escaping through the structures of our homes.... Read More

Hybrid Electric Heating Solutions for the changing Market When LOT20 came into force on the 1st of January 2018, all EHC Electric Heaters were updated to benefit from our DSR Technology which was introduced to meet the requirements of the new Regulation and minimum seasonal space heating energy efficiency. The DSR Controller offers Time & Temperature Control, Open Window/Door recognition and Geo-Location features. It can be controlled manually or alternatively when connected to the EHC Smart Gateway they can also be controlled remotely via apple and android platforms and Amazon... Read More

Heating Economy Guide Electric heating is affordable if certain guidelines are followed. The main steps are: When heating is required, the thermostat should be set to the “comfort” temperature which is between 18-21 degrees. Higher temperatures will incur higher costs. Where possible, reducing temperature settings will in turn reduce costs. Always Operate a Closed Door Policy Conserving Heat Conserving heat within your home – and keeping cold out – will make for a warmer home without building up high energy bills. Free, independent energy advice can be obtained from Energy Savings... Read More