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Running costs of heaters

When choosing the right heating system for your home, upfront cost is only part of the story. Ongoing running costs—how much it costs to operate a heater day-to-day—can vary dramatically depending on the type of heater, energy efficiency, local climate and energy tariffs.

Climate and demand

How often you will need a heater and how long you need it on for make a big difference. Heaters of different types vary...

Availability of fuel

The availability and price of fuel make a big difference to what type of heaters you should install in your home. This is especially...

Where to position heaters

Different heaters emit heat in different ways, and heat always rises. Knowing where to put your heater can vastly improve your heating setup and...

Ducted heating

Ducted heating allows warm air to be channelled through floor or ceiling vents to different parts of a house. Controlling these vents allows you...

Heat shifters

Heat shifters work to pump warm air collecting in one part of the house to another area of the house, which in turn helps...

Types of central heating

Central heating systems are often the most economical way to heat various different parts of your house at once, especially in areas that require...

Electric fan heaters

Convection fan heaters provide instant heat and are very portable. They are also fairly inefficient, and are best suited for short-term use in small...

Radiant bar heater

Radiant bar heaters (or strip heaters) produce a lot of heat very quickly, and are ideal for areas like bathrooms, where heat is required...

Off-peak storage heaters

Off-peak storage heaters have long been a familiar feature in many Australian homes. Designed to take advantage of cheaper overnight electricity tariffs, these heaters store thermal energy during off-peak periods and release it gradually throughout the day.