Overview of the best electric heaters for summer cottages

summary Basic selection criteria for

To correctly choose an electric heater for a villa, it is necessary to rely on the following requirements:

1. Mountingheating should not be complicated.
2. It is desirable that the heaters are mobile.
3. Security should be above all.
4. Consider the cost-effectiveness of the devices.
5. Extended set of functions allows you to adjust not only the economy, but also the performance of the system.
6. Price, as one of the limiting factors( for giving it is not logical to buy expensive equipment, if you appear there 2-3 times a month).

So, based on these criteria, further we will tell you which electrical heater is better to choose for a summer residence. In comparison there will be 4 most popular types of products: convector, infrared, oil and fan heaters.

Comparison of existing

devices Comparison will be made according to the above listed criteria, on the basis of which we will determine which electric heater operating from the 220V network is the most economical and safe.

Convectors

The first to consider electric convectors, which are popular not only in the suburban areas, but also in private houses, apartments, cottages. Convector devices are installed quite simply, becausethere are floor and wall models. Floor products can move to any room, which makes them mobile and gives another advantage. Electric convectors for heating cottages are absolutely safe, becausehave a protection against overheating and a small temperature of the body heating( no more than 80 degrees).

As for the economics of electric heaters, it should be noted that convectors are not the most energy-efficient heating option, but if they are additionally equipped with temperature controllers, it is possible to make the system more or less cheap in operation. The functionality of the device is the most advanced, which again is connected with the use of an additional control unit. Well, as for the price, the use of electric convectors for the dacha will cost you 3-7 thousand rubles for one heater. Based on the calculation that no less than one unit is needed per room, the cost of the heating system is about 20-30 thousand rubles.

IR panels

The next most popular in the ranking are infrared panels, mounted on the ceiling and walls. The devices are easily mounted and easily connected to the network. We already talked about how to connect an infrared heater. In the mobility of ceiling IR panels lose, becauseare more stationary devices. As for safety, there are no special complaints and negative feedback on the operation of infrared heaters. Regarding the cost of electricity, these products are the most economical electric heaters for cottages, which is their main advantage over other options.

Among the shortcomings should be noted a small set of functions and installation requirements: the ceiling must be high, otherwise IR rays will have a negative effect on the human body. In addition, the IR panels dry the air, which also shows them on the negative side. The cost of such a heating option in the suburban area is not too expensive than the previous option, however, the price will still rise slightly,the price of one panel of good quality is not less than 3.5 thousand rubles.

Oil Heaters

These devices have become famous as the most expensive option for electric heaters for cottages and houses. This is due to the high power of the products and the prolonged warm-up to the operating temperature. At the same time, the mobility of oil coolers makes them competitive, becauseYou can roll the body into the desired room, which is especially important in the cottage. With the installation no problems will be, just plug the plug into the socket.

Regarding safety, modern models are armed with overheating protection and automatic trip-out when overturning. By function, they also lagged behind in development;are practically not programmable. All that the control unit is capable of - setting the temperature of the coolant in the housing. An important advantage of this type of electric heaters is a low price - 2.5-3 thousand rubles. Having bought 1-2 items for the entire country house, you can make temporary heating during the rest. On how to choose the right oil heater, we have already talked about, and we advise you to familiarize yourself with it.

Fan heaters

Well, the last option of electric heaters for cottages - heaters and heat guns. Their undoubted advantage is that the devices are able to warm up the room in the shortest time to the optimum temperature( 21-23 ° C), even in winter. On installation, they win from alternative options, becauseare absolutely mobile, as seen from the photo. However, the advantages of such products end there.

In occasion of lacks it is necessary to tell, that fan heaters at all do not save the electric power, dry air and besides the most fire-dangerous. In addition, the devices have a small set of functions and are practically not programmable. The only thing you can do is adjust the heating temperature and the speed of air supply to the room.

This option of electric heater for a dacha is advisable to choose if you are still doing construction work, becauseFan heaters can be effectively used even on the street. For the price they are, of course, better than other devices. For example, the popular Veterok model can cost from 600 rubles, and a powerful ceramic electric heater will not cost more than 8,000 rubles. Please note that these prices are summed up for 2016.

Idea for skilled craftsmen

We have considered the most popular electric heaters for a summer residence. As you can see, the cost of electric heating for a country house for 4-5 rooms can vary from 4 to 30 thousand rubles, which makes it possible to choose the most suitable option for price and quality.

But what if you already have a water heating system, but for some reason it is impossible to turn on a gas boiler? This happens with unstable gas supply to the site and frequent repairs. In this case, we recommend that you make a household electric heater for self-catering, working in combination with water heating. From the most interesting ideas we advise you to see how to make an electrode boiler from improvised means, and also how to make an induction boiler by yourself. Both devices are collected quite easily and at the same time more economical than all of the above options. In addition, if you stay without electricity, such products will be able to function from a conventional diesel generator.

Summing up

Well, at last I would like to sum up, and give my recommendation for choosing a good electric heater for a summer residence. If your material capabilities allow, install IR panels throughout the house. These products will prevent dampness and in a short space will prepare the room for rest, besides being the most economical.

A visual diagram demonstrating the advantages of

products. With tight monetary constraints, buy fan heaters, the cost of which is 2-3 times less than alternative options.

Well, the most safe and functional device that does not affect a person's well-being and creates comfortable conditions for rest - electric convectors. The power consumption for their installation will be slightly larger, but still the advantages of such a system cover the only drawback and makes it the best option for electric heating of the suburban area!

Also read:

• Advantages and disadvantages of infrared heaters
• How to choose an electric heat gun
• Comparison of fan heaters and electric convectors