Gas Heat to replace Electric Baseboards
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Comments (3)I agree that baseboard heat is optimal, especially if the baseboards are hot water radiators. They are highly efficient and provide consistent heat. Retrofitting ductwork for central AC involves a lot of idiosyncratic technical issues. You will need a competent contractor to look over the place and give you an opinion on how-to and the cost....See Moreelectric heat vs. LP gas stove
Comments (1)theblaiser While probably not telling you anything you don't already know, you have two of the most expensive forms of fuel for winter heating. I am attaching a fuel comparison calculator which will give you a close estimate. You will need the efficiency on your LP gas stove/inserts. Of course the baseboard electric heat has no efficiency. Just plug in the electric cost and the calculator will spit out a cost for baseboard heat. It appears LP is more expensive using an average electric cost of $.115/kw. A high eff heat pump would save you some significant $$$. Hope this is helpful. IMO Here is a link that might be useful: Fuel Comparison Calculator...See MoreElectric baseboard heat won't shut off
Comments (6)I pretty much can do what I like with the apartment with some restrictions as my step-dad and mom own the house with an in-law apartment. I do know an electrician. I was hoping it was something like replacing the thermostat unit thinking something internal was wrong. As my boyfriend and step-dad can do small electrical work. Looks like I'll have to call my friend....See MoreReplace electric baseboard heaters with wall heaters?
Comments (2)I had a cabin with electric baseboard heaters. The heaters were located under windows. If I did not use the heaters in the winter, the windows would get condensation. Which wall heater, a gas wall heater would cost $2-3k with installation....See Moremccoy8382
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