Choosing an Energy Saving Heater

When selecting the perfect energy saving heater, our team at Rinnai recommends you to consider the energy ratings, running costs and the environmental impact.

Energy Star ratings are an industry wide independent rating that gives an indication of how efficiently a heater operates. The more stars, the greater the efficiency. Typically Portable gas heaters have around 5.9 Stars with the majority of fluid heaters around 4.0 to 4.5 Stars. Some older type heaters are not as efficient, however they still perform extremely well with large heat outputs.

Rinnai gas heaters are designed to be highly efficient, and when used correctly, are a very economical form of home heating. The running cost of gas heaters compare very well to other forms of heating. Straight electric heating is by far the most expensive, with both gas heaters and electric reverse cycle heaters comparatively less expensive.

When comparing differing forms of heating in relation to running costs, it is important that the comparison is based on the same kW output of heat. Once we are comparing ‘apples with apples’, the calculation of the running cost is then based on the energy used (kW input) to achieve that output. The actual tariffs that are charged are listed on energy bills.

In Australian homes, heating & cooling amounts to around 23% of household energy use – second only to hot water. Gas is one of the most greenhouse friendly fuel sources available and selection of a Rinnai gas heater can assist with our global need to reduce carbon emissions. In addition, the better insulated your home, the less work the heater needs to do, the less gas you will use and the less impact on the environment.