Is electric baseboard heating right for your home? Take a look at the benefits and drawbacks below.
A low upfront investment, a straightforward installation, and more sustainable electric heating are some of the advantages of electric baseboard heaters. For heating a room, baseboard heaters are a good choice. However, baseboard heaters also have some cons. An empty wall with no outlets, draperies, or furniture is required for baseboard heaters. Pets and small children should not use baseboard heaters since they are hot to the touch. In addition, they are less energy efficient than some other methods of heating. Heat can only be provided by baseboard heaters. There is no cooling provided by them. A baseboard heater is a decent option for warming a home addition or a room that doesn’t get enough heat from your furnace. It is best to install them in low-traffic areas of your home, away from kids, pets, furniture, and décor. Consider ductless mini splits if baseboard heaters don’t suit your lifestyle. In addition to being energy-efficient, these systems are also capable of heating and cooling. Electric baseboard heaters are a good alternative to space heaters. They are good for heating a single room, but not for heating the whole house. For homes with additions or spaces that are not adequately heated by the existing heating system, electric baseboard heaters are a good option. An electric baseboard heater is a great addition to a garage workshop or bump-out bonus room.