Energy storage household electric boiler

What is an electric thermal storage heater?

An electric thermal storage heater is a stand-alone, off-peak heating system that eliminates the need for a backup fossil fuel heating system that is wall-mounted and looks a bit like a radiator that contains a ‘bank’ of specially designed, high-density ceramic bricks. These bricks can store vast amounts of heat for extended periods of time.

Why should you choose Steffes electric thermal storage?

SMARTER. CLEANER. GREENER. Steffes Electric Thermal Storage systems work smarter, cleaner and greener to make your home more comfortable. Exceptional engineering coupled with efficient, off-peak operation lowers energy usage and costs by storing heat and utilizing energy during the right time of the day.

Are electric storage heaters energy efficient?

Many electric utilities have energy efficiency credits programs that makes electric storage heaters heat even more economical by offering you credits based on the number and size of heaters you install in your home. Electric storage heating is the best price-sensitive heating solution on the market.

How do storage electric boilers work?

Storage electric boilers work in much the same way as the direct type, but the system has a storage tank that means the water can be stored for use later. The tank can sometimes be built into the boiler, making the unit a little bigger than a direct boiler, or can sometimes be located elsewhere in the house.

How to choose a thermal store connected to a wood fuel boiler?

The sizing of the thermal store connected to a wood fuel boiler should be decided by the installer as part of the total system design. as they allow solar thermal heat to be used for space heating, as well as heating water.

Is electric thermal storage heating a good option?

If your utility has off-peak electricity rates, and if the difference between them and normal rates are significant, electric thermal storage heating is an option to consider. The running costs and the advantages of electric storage heaters depend largely on these factors.