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Outlay Costs: Low to medium,
depending on whether you need installation
Energy Costs: Very low;
hydronic
models using a heat-transfer liquid are even more
energy-efficient
Safety: Because they are often
recessed into a wall, they are extremely safe; look for built-in thermal
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How are electric baseboard heaters
different from other heaters?
These heaters are the ideal room-by-room heating solution
because they're silent, economical, and safe. They also
require little space and have low initial costs. Electric
baseboard heaters are able to heat the room quietly and safely through convection (usually without
the help of a fan). Safety thermal cutout protection switches
prevents overheating by turning off the baseboard heater, and then the auto-safety feature reactivates the heater
if the temperature returns to normal. Most of our baseboard heaters
are thoroughly tested and UL- or ETL- listed.
How do electric baseboard heaters work?
Baseboard heaters work by using convection to take in the cold air
near the floor, warming it up, and releasing it back into the room
where it rises. As the air gets cooled, it sinks and is taken back
into the baseboard heater to be warmed again. This
convection-powered cycle will continue until the room is at the
desired temperature, and the baseboard heater will then
automatically shut off to conserve energy.
How large of an area can an electric
baseboard heater heat?
Most electric baseboard heaters range from 500 watts to 1500 watts
in power, which translates to about 50 to 150 of square feet of
warmth. Therefore, while these aren't appropriate for large areas
or whole-house heating, they're great for bedrooms and hallways.
How do most people use an electric
baseboard heaters?
Electric baseboard heaters don't require duct work, so they're perfect for room additions and other places
that need
supplemental heating. These heaters are also very easy to
install, and some don't even require mounting. Maintenance is a
breeze because the heating element inside electric baseboard heaters
have no moving parts. In fact, upkeep of the unit requires minor cleaning
consisting of removing the dust and lint from the grill of the
heater.
Need more product recommendations? See our
list of
recommended baseboard heaters.
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