Topic - electric

How much does it cost to run a 1,500 watt heater for 24 hours?

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How much does it cost to run a 1,500 watt heater for 24 hours?

It's quite easy to calculate the consumption of an electric heater, and to get a pretty accurate cost estimate. All you need to know is the operating power of your heater and the cost of electricity per kWh.

Most common myths about electric space heaters

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Most common myths about electric space heaters

There are some myths about space heaters which are spread over the internet every year when the heating season starts. Judging by the comments on sites and social networks, it seems that a lot of people believe them to be true.

Do oil filled radiators need oil refilling or replacing?

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Do oil filled radiators need oil refilling or replacing?

Find out everything about how oil radiators generate heat, what kind of oil they use and how safe are they.

How to calculate kilowatts, kilowatt-hours and electricity consumption?

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How to calculate kilowatts, kilowatt-hours and electricity consumption?

A kilowatt-hour (kWh) is a unit of measurement used by companies that supply users with electricity to express the amount of electricity consumed during a certain period.

Are electric oil filled radiators energy efficient?

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Are electric oil filled radiators energy efficient?

Electric oil filled radiators retain and radiate heat even when turned off. So how energy efficient are they compared to other electric space heaters?

Are home space heaters safe to use?

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Are home space heaters safe to use?

As the weather gets colder, many people start to use space heaters as the only way of heating, or to supplement their primary heating system. But are space heaters safe to use? Here are some tips to help you stay safe when using a space heater.

Can I heat my house with air conditioning?

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Can I heat my house with air conditioning?

Of course you can! Read a first hand scenario case from our editor on using a simple air conditioning unit to heat a whole two-story house located in the continent.

Solar panels - advantages, disadvantages and profitability

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Solar panels - advantages, disadvantages and profitability

There are many reasons for research and switch to alternative and sustainable sources of electricity.

5 types of heating: How to choose the best one for you?

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5 types of heating: How to choose the best one for you?

When the cold winter days are getting closer, we're reminded that the heating season is coming, which allows us to feel comfortable in our home throughout the winter. Find out what types of heating are available to you and how to choose the right one.

How much electricity does a 100 W light bulb consume?

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How much electricity does a 100 W light bulb consume?

Calculating the consumption of electrical appliances in households is very simple. Learn to calculate consumption so that you are not surprised by high electricity bills.

Electric water boiler - should you keep it on all the time or turn it on as needed?

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Electric water boiler - should you keep it on all the time or turn it on as needed?

Will the storage electric water heater consume less electricity if it is switched on as needed or kept constantly switched on? We reveal the final answer to this question with a few practical tips and examples.

Which space heater consumes the least electricity?

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Which space heater consumes the least electricity?

When colder days come, many are looking for heaters to heat their space. Consumption also needs to be taken into account if we want to avoid a large electricity bill.