How to differentiate the different types of electric heater

Our new web site is designed to get you the information you want quicker and easier, but please don’t use us as a price comparison site.

“Electric Radiators” work in many different ways depending on the manufacturer and the type of product that they sell, indeed the term “Radiator” is very loose at the bottom end of the scale.

They start at the lowest level with a simple plug-in convector heater priced at about £25 and then start creeping up to portable oil filled heater both of which you can buy in any DIY store. This is not our market. We sell proper electric radiators, that are not a mass produced off the shelf system.  Indeed they designed to last you many years and also suit a variety of budgets.  Our Electric Radiators and experience – in excess of 25 years experience are proven and not new to the market.

Our prices start from £130 – so if you are looking for a low cost short term heater – sorry we can’t help!

Sorry for this unadulterated comment on our launch but hey we do know what we are doing.

 

Special Offers

  • Buy 3 or more radiators and get a 5% discount
  • Buy 7 or more and get a 10% discount.
  • Offers limited until April 31st 2012.
  • Offers do not apply to quotations already provided.

Special Offer Products in damaged boxes

We have a few radiators in perfect condition that have some minor damage to the boxes only.  The radiators are in perfect condition and have been checked and tested.  We have the following available:-

  • 2 x Thermapanel Salamanca ECD 1.5Kw – £195 each Normally £267
  • 1 x 900w Chrome Towel radiator £145 -  Normally £225
  • 1 x Thermapanel Salamanca ESD 0.5Kw – £110 Normally £140
  • 1 x Thermapanel Salamanca ESD 0.75Kw – £130 Normally £165

To order just call

Links to other recommended providers

http://www.removals-of-croydon.co.uk

 

 

Low Cost Heating


Air to Water Heat Pumps – Low Cost Heating Technology

Heat Pumps – What are they, and what are they used for?

Air Source Heat Pump technology has become very popular. Energy is used to draw the heat from the surrounding air, and use it to generate a much greater amount of heat. Even when temperatures are considerably below zero, the cold air contains energy which can be used for efficient heating. Air source heat pumps are efficient even at minus temperatures. In the U.K. we have relatively mild temperatures meaning that the heat pump will run with excellent efficiency all the year round.

What are they used for and can I use one?

If you have a typical wet radiator system, or underfloor heating system then this Heat Pump technology could be ideal for you. The Heat Pump technology and method of working is not new – indeed they were invented more than 50 years ago.

By clicking on this link it will tell you some more about the background 

So if you are building or refurbishing a property and want long term low running costs without loss of comfort, and at the same time you save energy and CO2 emissions then a Heat Pump is a must.

CO2 emissions are considerably reduced as 75% of your energy usage is now coming from the outside air. An air source heat pump only produces around 40% of the emissions of a typical gas condensing boiler.

Our air source heat pumps can be used for a wide range of applications including heating, cooling, domestic hot water and swimming pools.

What type of heat pump do I need and what’s involved with the installation?

Put simply in a domestic application then one of two types.

  1. An Air to Water Heat Pump – Which takes heat from the air and converts it for heat into water, and you will need a box outside similar to this.

  1. A Ground Source Heat Pump – Which takes heat from the ground as the temperature is a regular 12 C all year round. However there will be considerable ground works required to install the heat exchanger coil.

For normal wet central heating with modern high efficiency radiators, underfloor heating or skirting radiators, then we recommend either an Air to Water Heat Pump, which is ideal for virtually any property, or a ground souce heat pump if you have the space to put large coil into the ground.

There are several makes around – how do I know whats best for me?

The COP of an air source heat pump is the Coefficient Of Performance. A COP of 4 means that for every kilowatt of electricity put in, you get 4 kilowatts of energy in the form of warm water. The COP rating we use for our calculations is based on a yearly average, which we have found to be 3.8. Many other manufacturers us a COP reading based on 20 ℃. However as we rarely reach these temperatures in the U.K. we have provided a full range of COP readings with the corresponding temperatures.

Our Air source heat pumps consist of one simple compact unit. The smaller models such as the 3 kW and the 5 kW are generally used for quick and easy installation to provide cost effective domestic hot water. These units have the added advantage that they can be located internally (generally in roof spaces) as well as externally, and they can easily be plumbed into an indirect cylinder. For those wanting hot water & heating, larger models are available which are suitable for underfloor and radiator heating but will need to be sited externally, as per the image above. In addition the larger units have a hot water tank which ascts as a buffer when used for central heating water.

The co-efficient of performance or COP of a heat pump is the ratio of the output heat to the electricity input supplied, i.e, one kilowatt of energy used produces 4 kilowatts of heat. The Therma air pump unit works out at a COP rating of between 3.6 to 4.8 depending on the air temperature . Below is an average cost per kWh for the main fuels, when calculating the heat pump one needs to divide the kWh by the COP. I.E. 10p per kWh peak divided by a COP off 4 equals 2.5p per kWh; off peak is 1.4p per kWh.

Natural Gas 3.4p per kWh Electric off peak 5.6p per kWh
Coal 13.p per kWh Oil 6.9p per kWh
LPG bulk 8.8p per kWh Wood logs 1.0p per kWh
LPG cylinder 9.2p per kWh Wood chippings 1.5p per kWh
Electric 10.p per kWh Wood pellet 3.0p per kWh

These units are becoming more and more popular, more so on oil and LPG boiler replacements as they are four times cheaper to run than oil and LPG, working in conjunction with solar photovoltaic panels you could have a situation where you are heating and lighting you r house free of charge

Therma Airpump System
This is a split system i.e., it has both inside and outside units. The outdoor unit extracts low temperature energy from the environment; it upgrades the temperature then via a refrigerant circuit transfers it to the indoor unit, giving a typical COP range from 3 to 5, which means extracting heat from renewable sources requires only 1 kW of electric input to produce 3 to 5kW of heating, making this unit more than capable of warming a house completely even during our coldest winter days.

The indoor unit is known as a "aqua box", which can be connected to existing radiators, under floor heating, skirting radiators or convector heaters. There are two options of this box; one that does heating only and the other does heating and cooling. Inbuilt to this unit is a standby electrical booster heater so that heat can be maintained should the pump malfunction. A domestic hot water tank is required which is constructed of stainless steel to maintain the highest standard of energy efficiency. With the combination of electric booster heaters and heat pump exchanger ensures rapid water heating with the lowest possible energy consumption.

The system controls are user friendly and gives you flexibility throughout the year for your heating and cooling functions.

This unit is very flexible as far as positioning is concerned, the outside unit having the ability to be up to 70 meters from the aqua box, it can also be installed on walls. The noise level is comparable to the exhaust of a modern condensing boiler whilst working. The aqua box is wall mounted and can be positioned anywhere within the property. The hot water cylinder has the option of mains pressure or vented versions and again can be positioned anywhere within the property, including the loft area, solar thermal can also be added on installation or at a later date, and comes with a 3 year parts and labour warranty.

Case Study

Please click on the following link for actual expamples of Heat Pumps in action

Electric Heat Pumps

 

Air to Water Heat Pumps – Low Cost Heating Technology

Heat Pumps – What are they, and what are they used for?

Air Source Heat Pump technology has become very popular. Energy is used to draw the heat from the surrounding air, and use it to generate a much greater amount of heat. Even when temperatures are considerably below zero, the cold air contains energy which can be used for efficient heating. Air source heat pumps are efficient even at minus temperatures. In the U.K. we have relatively mild temperatures meaning that the heat pump will run with excellent efficiency all the year round.

What are they used for and can I use one?

If you have a typical wet radiator system, or underfloor heating system then this Heat Pump technology could be ideal for you. The Heat Pump technology and method of working is not new – indeed they were invented more than 50 years ago.

By clicking on this link it will tell you some more about the background

So if you are building or refurbishing a property and want long term low running costs without loss of comfort, and at the same time you save energy and CO2 emissions then a Heat Pump is a must.

CO2 emissions are considerably reduced as 75% of your energy usage is now coming from the outside air. An air source heat pump only produces around 40% of the emissions of a typical gas condensing boiler.

Our air source heat pumps can be used for a wide range of applications including heating, cooling, domestic hot water and swimming pools.

What type of heat pump do I need and what’s involved with the installation?

Put simply in a domestic application then one of two types.

  1. An Air to Water Heat Pump – Which takes heat from the air and converts it for heat into water, and you will need a box outside similar to this.

  1. A Ground Source Heat Pump – Which takes heat from the ground as the temperature is a regular 12 C all year round. However there will be considerable ground works required to install the heat exchanger coil.

For normal wet central heating with modern high efficiency radiators, underfloor heating or skirting radiators, then we recommend either an Air to Water Heat Pump, which is ideal for virtually any property, or a ground souce heat pump if you have the space to put large coil into the ground.

There are several makes around – how do I know whats best for me?

The COP of an air source heat pump is the Coefficient Of Performance. A COP of 4 means that for every kilowatt of electricity put in, you get 4 kilowatts of energy in the form of warm water. The COP rating we use for our calculations is based on a yearly average, which we have found to be 3.8. Many other manufacturers us a COP reading based on 20 ℃. However as we rarely reach these temperatures in the U.K. we have provided a full range of COP readings with the corresponding temperatures.

Our Air source heat pumps consist of one simple compact unit. The smaller models such as the 3 kW and the 5 kW are generally used for quick and easy installation to provide cost effective domestic hot water. These units have the added advantage that they can be located internally (generally in roof spaces) as well as externally, and they can easily be plumbed into an indirect cylinder. For those wanting hot water & heating, larger models are available which are suitable for underfloor and radiator heating but will need to be sited externally, as per the image above. In addition the larger units have a hot water tank which ascts as a buffer when used for central heating water.

The co-efficient of performance or COP of a heat pump is the ratio of the output heat to the electricity input supplied, i.e, one kilowatt of energy used produces 4 kilowatts of heat. The Therma air pump unit works out at a COP rating of between 3.6 to 4.8 depending on the air temperature . Below is an average cost per kWh for the main fuels, when calculating the heat pump one needs to divide the kWh by the COP. I.E. 10p per kWh peak divided by a COP off 4 equals 2.5p per kWh; off peak is 1.4p per kWh.

Natural Gas 3.4p per kWh Electric off peak 5.6p per kWh
Coal 13.p per kWh Oil 6.9p per kWh
LPG bulk 8.8p per kWh Wood logs 1.0p per kWh
LPG cylinder 9.2p per kWh Wood chippings 1.5p per kWh
Electric 10.p per kWh Wood pellet 3.0p per kWh

These units are becoming more and more popular, more so on oil and LPG boiler replacements as they are four times cheaper to run than oil and LPG, working in conjunction with solar photovoltaic panels you could have a situation where you are heating and lighting you r house free of charge

Therma Airpump System
This is a split system i.e., it has both inside and outside units. The outdoor unit extracts low temperature energy from the environment; it upgrades the temperature then via a refrigerant circuit transfers it to the indoor unit, giving a typical COP range from 3 to 5, which means extracting heat from renewable sources requires only 1 kW of electric input to produce 3 to 5kW of heating, making this unit more than capable of warming a house completely even during our coldest winter days.

The indoor unit is known as a “aqua box”, which can be connected to existing radiators, under floor heating, skirting radiators or convector heaters. There are two options of this box; one that does heating only and the other does heating and cooling. Inbuilt to this unit is a standby electrical booster heater so that heat can be maintained should the pump malfunction. A domestic hot water tank is required which is constructed of stainless steel to maintain the highest standard of energy efficiency. With the combination of electric booster heaters and heat pump exchanger ensures rapid water heating with the lowest possible energy consumption.

The system controls are user friendly and gives you flexibility throughout the year for your heating and cooling functions.

This unit is very flexible as far as positioning is concerned, the outside unit having the ability to be up to 70 meters from the aqua box, it can also be installed on walls. The noise level is comparable to the exhaust of a modern condensing boiler whilst working. The aqua box is wall mounted and can be positioned anywhere within the property. The hot water cylinder has the option of mains pressure or vented versions and again can be positioned anywhere within the property, including the loft area, solar thermal can also be added on installation or at a later date, and comes with a 3 year parts and labour warranty.

Case Study

Please click on the following link for actual expamples of Heat Pumps in action

Electric Towel Radiators

Electraheat supplies Electric Towel Radiators and Ladder type Electric Towel Radiators.


Ladder Type Towel Radiators are all the rage and are available in a variety of outputs and styles including Chrome and White.

Outputs range from 500w to 900w, and are supplied complete with built-in thermostat and all applicable fixings necessary. The superior build quality and finish means they are suitable for any environment.

New exclusive range which include a built in fan heater to not only warm the towels but your room too.  Fully waterprrof, it operates from the fluid inside the radiator.

Call us now on for a quotation.

Thermapanel Classic Radiators

Electraheat specialise in the supply of the Thermapanel Classic Electric Radiator range for any domestic or commercial property

These Electric Heater Radiators, are an ideal panel heating solution that’s “plug and play”. You don’t have the time or resources to install expensive water based central heating. The expense and disruption is really off putting. Also provides are more attractive option rather than installing Dimplex Storage Heaters, or ugly Panel Heaters

The Thermapanel Classic Electric Radiators are attractive, easy to fit and offer contemporary styling, with Aluminium meaning that they are light and will fit on to any wall including internal partition walls. The range is divided into several models.

Thermapanel Salamanca Models

Thermapanel Salamanca ECD

Thermapanel Salamanca ESD

Thermapanel Salamanca ECD-1

As Prices start from £130 + VAT and go up to £267 + VAT

So for a range of Electric Radiator Heaters with simple built-in thermostat and timer which will provide your complete solution for Electrical Heating please complete the form below. 

To receive Thermapanel Classic Prices please complete the form below

The Thermapanel Classic Model desigsn are based upon the same principals of efficiency, performance and controllability as the rest of the Electraheat range. This coupled with incredible value for money and a ten year Guarantee makes the Classic an excellent choice.

Whether you have a small apartment or a large house to heat, the Thermapanel Classic Range provides the home with a great “plug and play” solution. We like to make sure that your radiators fit perfectly into your home so there are two contemporary designs to choose from.

For instant heat – straight out of the box, we can even supply feet – making this the quickest and easiest heating solution you’ve ever seen!

How does it work?

Inside the Aluminium body of the Classic Thermapanel is a special Thermodynamic fluid that warms each room with a healthy, radiant heat. Because the special fluid in the Classic Radiator absorbs energy very quickly, it uses very little electricity. The classic warms your room in minutes and continues to give off heat with incredible efficiency.

Simply set each room temperature and on/off time to suit your lifestyle!

A clever programmer and thermostat are built into the Classic Thermapanel to help you get the most warmth for your money. By setting each room independently, you now have the power to conserve valuable energy – and make considerable savings on your bills. In addition you have the option of a wireless control system allowing them to be used as a conventional central heating system 

To find out how many radiators you need, call FREE on and we’ll do the rest. Alternatively, if you have a question, complete our enquiry form and find out about our bulk buy deals.

Thermapanel Classic Range radiators are special energy efficient Thermodynamic fluid filled and operate in a completely different way to the Premium units; here below are the following features.

  • Aluminium Panel heater elements filled with Thermodynamic efficient Gel/oil.
  • Optional Remote control.
  • 100% efficient technology
  • LED display.
  • Adjustable room thermostat.
  • The special control electronics receive a thermal inertia which reduces the consumption as much as 50% lower than conventional radiators.
  • Timer 7-day.
  • Overheating protection.
  • On/Off switch with indicating light.
  • Easy to install and maintain.
  • 10 year guarantee

To maximise the power used the Thermapanel Classic thermodynamic fluid filled radiators absorb energy quickly, heat up rapidly and emit heat slowly, whilst the amount of energy required to keep each room at the desired temperature is calculated by its own intelligent thermostat. By using only the exact amount of energy that each independent radiator needs, Thermapanel Classic radiators can reduce energy consumption by as much as 50% depending on the existing system installed.

Whether you install one or several radiators, each one can also be programmed to adjust temperature whenever required, meaning that everyone can have their rooms as they like, when they like and without the need to heat a whole house when rooms are not in use.

Thermapanel Premium range

Electraheat specialise in supplying Thermapanel Premium Radiators to trade, wholesale and domestic customers.

Thanks for choosing Electraheat. Our promise is to give you incredibly efficient electric radiator heating, expertly tailored for you and your property. Call us today. We’re here to help.

Whether you are a property developer, architect, contractor or homeowner, we have a range of products to suit everybody’s budgets. We don’t sell low cost budget heaters just to fit someone’s budget, we do sell high quality electric radiators that are designed to look nice, last a long time and are economical and simple to use. Please don’t consider old outdated technology such as electric storage heaters or panel heaters. They have very limited control and can be expensive to use.

As busy homeowners, it’s important to most of us that we spend our own time at home in warmth and comfort. A place to relax and enjoy. Why feel cold in the evenings when the heat has expired from the electric storage heaters. If you have been using a Dimplex Storage Heater or other Heater Panel why not consider what the Thermapanel Premium Electical Heating systems can offer you.

You may have electric storage heaters, or panel convector heaters. You hate the way they look, the way they work and the amount of money they cost you to use.

So how best do I heat my home using electricity? Well, very simply we offer you two types of energy efficient electric radiator options – both different but exceptional and can work as a full electric central heating system.

Your first option is the Thermapanel Premium Electric Radiators.

They are available in 2 designs,

Prices start at £255 + VAT and go up to £455 + VAT

The different designs of the Thermapanel Premium radiators fit beautifully into your home environment. They give you full control with remarkable efficiency which normally far exceeds that of the electric storage heater alternatives. You might have considered electric storage heaters or panel heaters before. Forget it!

We can give you an intelligent wireless thermostat/programmer which can be connected with each Thermapanel Premium Electric Radiator. Now each of your room temperatures are easily controlled and automatically monitored. This gives you the power to keep a check on your spending and conserve valuable energy.

Wouldn’t it be nice to walk into a warm home, and all without the worry of old, ugly, inefficient, uncontollable and expensive to use electric storage heaters.

Inside the Thermapanel Premium Electric radiators are a series of special heat retaining cells. Each is cleverly controlled to absorb energy and give off heat individually. The result? Impressive, healthy heat output with surprisingly little electrical consumption – proven. All backed by a range of extensive Guarantees

Our powerful, yet attractive electric heating solutions are guaranteed to perform, and you can be safe in the knowledge that all of our products have been tested and exceed all European and British safety standards – more than any other equivalent products available.

Many properties are in areas where there is no mains gas, and therefore the options for heating the home are limited, can be expensive, unsightly and have poor control.

We are the UK’s leaders in electric heating. From electric boilers to hot water cylinders, electric radiators and electric towel rails, you will find a variety of choice for your heating and hot water requirements.

For assistance in the selection compliance with the latest building regulations and Domestic Heating Compliance Guide all our central heating products can be installed as fully controllable systems. Just call us on to discuss your project.

All Electraheat electric heating solutions offer:

  • 24 hour fully controllable and flexible system
  • Cost effective alternative to storage heating, oil, LPG or solid fuel
  • 100% efficient technology
  • Familiar controls (programmer / timer and thermostat)
  • Easy installation – no unsightly pipes.

With years of experience developing and selling electric central heating products the personnel at Electraheat can advise on all aspects of electrical heating, from the best technology to the best tariffs

‘Central heating suppliers online now.’ electraheat.co.uk – A quality website offering the best central heating suppliers online now at affordable prices. Skirting heating, electrical heaters and more online now in UK.

Fill out the contact form or call us on for advice, brochures or technical information.

Living with Premium Thermapanels means it’s always warm when you come in from the cold, yet you’re not spending a fortune on running them – Simple.

These unique wirelesses thermostatically controlled radiators, are manufactured by a highly respected manufacturer, and provide the combined benefits offered by both wet systems and electric storage heater systems.

The Thermapanel electric radiator range has been developed to be attractive and can be used in the smallest easy to heat bedroom, to the large hard to heat living room. These highly efficient electric radiators are easy to use in individual areas such as extensions, loft conversions, conservatories, garden buildings, or as a whole house electric central heating system. Because of the wireless control system, they are exceptionally simple to install, and do not require any special wiring. Indeed they can be individually controlled on temperature, and centrally on a timed basis.

Contact us now on to discuss your requirements

When you select our energy efficient electric radiators, you will be extremely impressed with the performance, effectiveness, reliability, control and aesthetics of these cost effective heaters. Due to the superior quality of the product, we have no hesitation in offering a 10-year warranty throughout the electric radiator range.

All of our electric wall mounted radiators can be plugged into a standard 13amp socket; however for a bathroom or fully controllable electric central heating system, we recommend that they be wired into a fused spur.

A range of outputs from 1000w to 2500w

Sensible level of investment – System prices comparable to Gas Central Heating.

  • Simple effective controllability
  • Guarantee of supply
  • No maintenance
  • Overall lifetime costs (Initial funds, maintenance, running costs) lower than other systems
  • Clean and comfortable
  • Easy to install – fixed to wall, or optional legs or castors
  • Easily removable when decorating
  • When moving house, just take them with you

The Thermapanel Sevilla Range

Our new highly efficient Thermapanel Sevilla Aluminium electric radiators are a modern design flat front radiator.


The Thermapanel Girona Range