Is an electric fireplace hard on electricity?
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In respect to this, how much will an electric fireplace raise my electric bill?
The average electric fireplace uses nearly 1500 watts of power. If you use it just for ambiance, then the cost can range anywhere from $0.003 to $0.03 per hour. However, if you use a heating unit as well, the costs will go up to around $0.09 per hour for a medium setting, and $0.18 per hour for the maximum setting.
Additionally, is an electric fireplace worth it? The electric fireplace is energy efficient and cost effective. There is no risk of losing the heat through the venting as the case with gas fireplaces. A gas fireplace can lose 20% to 30% of the heat through the venting decreasing the efficiency.
Also know, do the electric fireplaces really heat a room?
The electric fireplace heater dissipates warmth directly into the room and is not lost through the chimney or special venting, since they don't require any. While electric fireplaces are not designed to be the central heating source in a home, they can heat a small room much more efficiently than a real fireplace.
How much does it cost to run an electric fireplace per month?
Energy-Efficiency Gas fireplaces use between 7,000 and 16,000 BTUs, are between 70 and 90% efficient at converting energy to heat, and cost around $60 a year to run. Electric fireplaces use between 5,200 and 8,900 BTUs and convert all their energy to heat. They cost around $25 a year to run.