Infrared Heater Cost Calculator

How much does an infrared heater cost to run, and how much does it cost to install one?

If you've been asking yourself these questions and are interested in estimating the installation and running costs of infrared heaters for your home, our infrared heater calculator is the perfect tool, letting you take the guesswork out of budgeting for your specific project.

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Infrared Heater Cost Calculator

Using the Infrared Heater Installation Cost Calculator

Each home is different, so to get a clear indication of how much your infrared heater installation will cost, simply put the information required into our free-to-use calculator.

Here are some tips for using the calculator:

• Heater Wattage — Higher-wattage heaters give out more heat, but they don't necessarily warm large rooms better since infrared works by heating objects within the line of sight. Larger rooms may therefore require more than one heater to ensure even coverage.
• Number of Heaters — While supply costs will be higher the more heaters you need, installation costs per heater may decrease if you have multiple installed during one visit rather than separately.
• Installation Type — Some installations are simpler than others, but where you install the heaters depends on the layout of your space. Complex or ceiling-mounted installations generally cost more.
• Electrical Upgrades — If you're fitting several infrared heaters, the existing electrical infrastructure may need to be upgraded to handle the extra load, but in modern homes with just a few heaters to install, this may not be necessary.
• Location — Labour costs for installing infrared heaters vary across the UK, with those in London and the South East often higher. By inputting your location, you can get a more accurate estimate.

After filling in all of the questions, the infrared heater cost calculator will estimate the price of the work. With this information, you will be able to set a rough budget and then request quotations from local installers.

Infrared Panel Heater Running Costs

How much do infrared heaters cost to run?

The average infrared heater running cost is between 6 pence and 20 pence per hour. The daily cost is typically from 30 pence to £1.20, allowing for 5 to 6 hours of use.

To estimate monthly usage for each heater:

1. Divide the heater's wattage by 1,000 to find its kilowattage (e.g. a 600W panel is 0.6kW).
2. Multiply the kilowattage by the typical number of hours of use per day.
3. Multiply this by the price you pay per kWh for electricity (usually found on your electricity bill).
4. Finally, multiply by 30 for average monthly running costs, and then if you want, by 12 for annual costs (keeping in mind that usage will almost certainly be less/none during the summer).

The length of time it will take to heat your room depends on the ambient temperature and how well-insulated the room is. However, using the heater for less than an hour in the morning costs around 6 pence to 20 pence. You don't need to switch on the heating for the whole house if you just want a warm bathroom.

Rooms which are not connected to the central heating system can be warmed as needed using an infrared panel heater.

You can estimate running costs for your home using the calculator below.

Infrared Heater Running Cost Calculator

Using the Infrared Heater Running Cost Calculator

To use our infrared heater running cost calculator, follow these steps:

• Wattage — The wattage of the heater is usually printed on the back of the unit or in the user manual. If you can't find it, check the manufacturer's website.
• Number of Heaters — Enter the number of infrared heaters you plan to use, so you can get a price for the total running cost.
• Hours of Use — Estimate how many hours per day you will use the heater. For example, if you only use it in the morning for 30 minutes, enter 0.5 hours.
• Cost per kWh — This is the price you pay for electricity per kilowatt-hour. You can find this on your electricity bill or by contacting your energy supplier.

You'll then receive an estimate of daily running costs for all your infrared heaters.

Pros and Cons of Infrared Heating

Before making the decision to fit infrared heaters, it's wise to examine their pros and cons.

Pros

• ✔ Rapid heating
• ✔ Silent operation
• ✔ Modern and stylish designs
• ✔ Ideal for spot heating
• ✔ Low maintenance

Cons

• ✖ Upfront costs
• ✖ Need an unobstructed position
• ✖ Rapid heat loss once switched off
• ✖ Large spaces require a lot of heaters

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