October 21st, 2010 by Shaun Day

For many years now family household's have relied upon their central heating systems to keep them warm throughout cold winter months, however many of us tend to forget how frequently these heating systems are used – giving us a hefty heating bill at the end of winter. These heaters get their name because of their slim like designed panel’s that fit flat to a wall. These units are operated via an electrical socket and they can be used regularly or simply when you want to boost the heat in a room or a specific area. Many of us are unaware of the cheaper alternatives that can save both on energy and costs.

Wall panel heaters are ideal both for long and short term heating requirements, in the event of a broken or damaged radiator a standard electric panel heater can be utilized to compensate for the loss of heat in the particular room. Many of the current panel heaters come with readily installed thermostat which allows for efficient control of heat. Wall mounted panel heaters are also ideal for long term usage, and if used in the correct manner, they can save more energy than a common household radiator.

Certain panel heaters also come with a pre-set timer system’s which can be used to distribute heat when it is needed, e.g. you may need the heater to distribute less heat if you are at work etc. The installation requirements of panel heaters are very efficient; they can be attached to a wall bracket with the minimum of fuss. However the products should be serviced at least once a year, by a trained engineer this is to ensure the running of the heater is kept to an optimum.

Unlike some types of heating appliances, panel heaters can offer many benefits to a range of old or new build homes. As the cost of gas continues to rise, the purchase of a modern electric panel heater could be a very astute one.