Electric Heating Mistakes That Will Increase Your Bills

It’s easy to make mistakes with electric heating. Below are the main ones.

10 heating mistakes to avoid

  1. Cranking the thermostat up to get the room up to temperature quicker. This will result in higher bills, especially if you forget to turn it down.
  2. Leaving the heating on high when you go out, turn it down to a lower level.
  3. Not learning how to use the thermostat and timers on your heating and hone It to your lifestyle. Consider App controlled heating for ease of use.
  4. Leaving windows open.
  5. Ignoring poor insulation, draughts, leaky doors and windows.
  6. Leaving extractor fans on.
  7. Trying to dry clothes on an electric heater. This will cost more to run and do permanent damage to the heater.
  8. Not reviewing your consumption and bills.
  9. Choosing the wrong type of electric heating for your home.
  10. Choosing the wrong size electric heater for a room or space.