SPACE HEATERS

When temperatures drop, space heaters become a quick and convenient solution for keeping individual rooms warm. But while they may seem small and harmless, these compact devices can have a big impact on your electric bill.

Why your bill spikes

• Space heaters run at full power whenever they’re on.
• They often compensate for air leaks or cold spots.
• Many homes use them in addition to central heat —not instead of it.
• People forget to turn them off, increasing usage time.

Smarter ways to stay warm

• Seal drafts around windows and doors.
• Use programmable thermostats to evenly heat your home.
• Choose more energy-efficient space heaters with ECO modes.
• Heat only the room you’re in with a space heater.
• Don’t leave space heaters running overnight or unattended.

The bottom lineSpace heaters can be helpful, but they’re far from
“cheap heat.” Understanding how much energy they use — and adopting smart heating habits — can help keep your home comfortable without surprising end-of-month costs.