How do I choose the right gas heater for my home?

Have you decided to add a gas heater to your home? Gas heaters are a practical, efficient and economical way to heat a space in your home.

If you’re looking for the right, most cost effective gas heater for your home, we’ve got you covered. Before you make a choice, it’s important to know exactly what space you’re going to heat, and consider any of the logistics that might affect your decision. Let’s take a quick look at 6 pieces of information that could affect your choice of the best gas heater for your home.

01. Which gas heater is right for the structure of your house?

Your gas heater will need to be installed by a gas installation expert/company. In order to connect your gas heater to your gas supply - whether mains or LPG - they will need to install pipes in the walls of your home. You will also need ventilation in the forms of flues or pipes to make sure the by-products of the gas you’re burning are removed from your living space. The shape and structure of your home will determine the gas heater that can be installed and how it will need to be installed.

Make sure you have a copy of your house plans to show your gas installer, or meet them in your home to make sure they can install the gas heater you want. If you’re based in Hawke’s Bay, Snug can help you arrange a gas installation when you make your purchase. Just contact our team to get the details.

02. Will your gas heater run on mains or LPG gas?

You can operate most gas heaters with LPG or mains gas. Manufacturers usually produce 2 variants of each gas heater model - each variant is suited to the specific type of gas you’ll be using. If you want to make sure you purchase the right gas heater for your home; it’s important to know which type of gas you will be using.

03. What size of area are you heating with your gas heater?

Different models of gas heater have different heat outputs. It’s important to buy a model of gas heater that can deliver a big enough heat output for the area you want to heat. At the same time, you may find if you're heating a small space you can do it economically with a smaller model of gas heater.

If you want to match the right model of gas heater to your home - talk to the friendly team at Snug. We’re experts in all the gas heaters that we have available and can help you match the right heat output to the area you want to heat.

04. Where will your gas heater be located in your house?

Understanding the layout and look of your room is an important aspect of choosing the right gas heater for your home. Some gas heaters are wall mounted and some gas heaters are floor standing. Understanding how your room is set up will help you to determine which gas heater is going to look and function best in your space.

05. How much money do you have to spend on your gas heater?

Different models of gas heater cost varying amounts. You can choose a basic model for great functionality or upgrade to a more efficient model or add additional features like wireless control or timer functions. Setting yourself a budget for how much you want to spend on your gas heater is an important first step in making a purchase that will meet your needs.

Don’t forget to consider installation and running costs when you set your budget for your gas heater. You don’t want to purchase a gas heater then discover you can’t afford to install, run or maintain it. Factoring in an allowance for fuel and maintenance costs will help you to feel comfortable you’ve made the right choice for your home.

Not sure how much you should be budgeting for your gas heater? Call the team at Snug. We can talk you through the upfront cost of each model, give you an idea of installation costs, and help you to plan your ongoing budget for fuel and maintenance.

06. What do you want your gas heater to look like?

Have you considered how a gas heater will look in your home? Unlike gas fires, gas heaters tend to focus on functionality rather than appearance - providing great heat output for an economical price. If you would like to create a focal point in your home, you could explore the gas fires available and compare models.

Be comfortable with your choice of heater with Snug

Having the right information available upfront is a great way to make sure you choose the right gas heater for your home. It’s important to make a choice based on what you can afford, what will fit in the space you’re heating, and which make and model will provide the best heat output for the area you want to heat.

If you want some expert advice or support in the purchase process; why not contact the team at Snug and talk to us about your home heating needs? We’re experts on all our models of gas heater and gas fire, and we can help you make a decision you’ll be happy with for years to come. We also understand the logistics of installation so we can make sure you’ve considered everything you need to, to feel confident in your decision.

We’ll be able to help you choose the best solution for your home and your budget.