Not only are we experiencing an energy crisis right now, but also an environmental crisis, which means choosing an energy-efficient heating system is more important than ever. Ideally, you want to choose something for your home that has as little impact on the environment as possible but still provides you with the heat you need at a low cost.
Unfortunately, gas heating loses both of these battles at once. Fossil fuels contribute a lot to greenhouse gas emissions and are one of the least energy efficient heat sources on the market.
That said, electric heating is 100% energy efficient because the energy is immediately turned into heat and nothing is lost in production (so you'll save money on your bills right away), and you give up fossil fuels and reduce your home's carbon footprint.
Lifespan
Gas heating systems generally have a much shorter lifespan than their electric counterparts. There are several reasons for this:
- fewer moving parts in electric heaters, which reduces wear and tear and breakdowns;
- stricter safety regulations;
- less impact on the environment;
- the ability to be placed anywhere in the house and moved around as needed.
So, if you want to upgrade your heating system to one that will last for decades with minimal maintenance, electric heaters are the way to go.
Control
There's nothing worse than feeling uncomfortable in your own home, but it's something many of us face day in and day out. Gas heating systems don't have an extremely complicated control mechanism, which means you're often either too hot or too cold, and you spend more money than you need to find a balance.
Once again, electric heaters win the battle because they give you an unprecedented level of control over heating your home. Some of the features you'll find in electric heaters include:
- Smart thermostats with Wi-Fi connectivity that allow you to control your heating from your phone;
- LCD displays;
- Remote control access from a remote control;
- Automatic climate control, etc.
Let's face it: you'll never find all of this on a gas heater that also requires regular maintenance with the replacement of worn parts and components!
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