Oil Filled Heaters

Modern electric oil-filled heaters tend to run at a maximum of 1,500 or 2,000 Watts. They can also be adjusted to run at lower power down to about 600 Watts. Most oil-filled heaters come with a thermostat that makes them very efficient at using electricity. The thermostat monitors the temperature of the room. It can … Read more

The number of amps that your oil heater uses depends on the power setting of the heater and the type of voltage. The power setting is measured in Watts and is usually marked very clearly on the packaging. The number of watts, e.g. 1500 W, is often part of the brand name of the appliance. … Read more

Although I stick to quality brands when buying oil-filled electric heaters, I tend to buy their cheaper units. In my experience, they last about two to four years of prolonged use. One satisfied customer of an old De’Longhi heater told me that he’s been running it for over twenty years! But you’ll find online reviews … Read more

I’ve used electric oil-filled heaters placed on the carpeted floors in my house for over twenty years. I’ve never had problems, but I do take some precautions. This article explains why you are unlikely to have an issue. We’ll also look at scenarios that you should avoid. Addressing Common Concerns When people ask the question … Read more

Most quality brands of oil-filled electric heaters are safe for birds as long as you follow some general guidelines. This article looks at why these appliances are a good choice, and we give plenty of tips on how to use them in a way that keeps your birds warm and safe. Advantages Of Oil-Filled Electric … Read more

I took some simple steps to test how long an oil-filled electric heater stays hot. As I have several in my house, I put them in different rooms and let them reach maximum heat before I turned them off. Then I spent up to an hour monitoring how hot the heater stayed at the top … Read more

Let’s answer the question quickly: oil-filled electric heaters do not reduce oxygen in a room. The reason some people mistakenly think that they do is that there are other types of oil heaters that reduce oxygen. This article explains why these appliances don’t burn or reduce oxygen, and we’ll show you the types that do … Read more

Is your oil-filled electric heater leaking oil onto the floor? Your first question will be whether it can be fixed. Unfortunately, the short answer is no. This article explains: Why Can’t You Fix A Leaking Oil-Filled Electric Heater? You should not attempt to fix a leak in an oil-filled electric heater. These appliances are filled … Read more

There are times when you want to lay an oil-filled electric heater on its side. You may be moving to a new place and want to put it into the car. Or perhaps you want to store it away during the summer. Will you break an oil-filled heater by laying it on the floor? Are … Read more

Is your oil-filled electric heater making a buzzing, crackling, or popping noise? Many of us buy these types of heaters because they should be quieter than other options. However, it’s normal for oil-filled units to make some noise at certain times. This article explains what kind of low sounds are to be expected and are … Read more