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Are Portable Electric Heaters Worth The Money?

Written by: Samina Ahmed

Date: 29 April 2025

Categories: HeatingTips & Advice - Heating & Plumbing

An electrical heater turned on high

As we draw closer to the winter months it's time to start thinking about keeping warm during the colder days. If a central heating system isn't available for one reason or another, you might want to think about a temporary solution. There are plenty of heaters that you can choose from but are portable electric heaters worth the money?

In this blog, we will talk all about portable electric heaters & which ones we have at HSS that suit different environments, whether you need extra warmth at home or whilst at work.

Cost Effective and Energy Efficient

Having appliances that are energy efficient is important as they have a more positive impact on the environment and help to save money on your energy bills.

With portable heaters, you can heat an individual room without having to heat your entire house or building as you would with conventional heating. Many portable heaters come with thermostatic control which ensures the room can stay at a comfortable temperature, preventing the heater from using unnecessary energy.

Safe and Reliable

Electric heaters are a lot safer to use compared to gas heaters. Gas heaters are great for heating large spaces with plenty of ventilation however the fumes can be extremely hazardous when ventilation is sparse.

With electric heaters, you can use them in any room no matter how much or little ventilation there is as there isn't a health risk due to toxic fumes. What makes electric heaters reliable is the fact that they're electric! You won't need to use any fuel to keep them working, just simply plug them in and you'll start to warm up in no time.

Portable

If you're in a situation where your home or work's heating system isn't working like it should, having a portable electric heater will come in handy.

As the name would suggest, these type of heaters can be moved from room to room so you can literally take the warmth with you. Depending on the type of portable heater you choose, you'll find that they can also be lightweight so they're easy to carry and some even have wheels so you can push them instead of carrying them.

What types of portable electric heaters are available at HSS?

Whether you look online or pop in to your local branch, you'll find a variety of portable electric heaters available for hire or buy. They all come in different sizes with different heat options & ranges. From fan heaters or infrared heaters, you can choose a model that suits your needs.

Check out all the portable electric heaters we have to offer here.

The verdict!

So, are portable electric heaters worth the money? We would say, yes they are and for several reasons. Not only do electric heaters help keep your energy bills down but they are also safe to use & can be carried from room to room. Buying or hiring a portable electric heater is a perfect heating solution for your home or place of work.

Get in Touch

If you have any questions or queries about our portable electric heaters, get in touch with our live chat experts or visit your local HSS branch to speak to one of our colleagues who are on hand and happy to help.

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