Saving Money
Zone Heating: When Warming One Room Costs Less Than Heating the Whole House
If you spend most of your evening in one room, you may not need to heat every room. Here's how zone heating works, and when it actually saves money.
Home Heating Guides
Plain-English explanations of space heaters, safety, running costs and simple ways to keep your home warm for less.
Safety
Space Heater Safety: A Simple Checklist Before You Plug In
Portable heaters are a common cause of home fires in winter. Most of those fires are preventable. Here are the rules to follow every time.
Saving Money
How Much Does a Space Heater Cost to Run? Here's the Math
You can figure out what any electric heater costs per hour with two numbers: its wattage and your electricity rate.
Buying Guide
Ceramic, Oil-Filled, Infrared or Convection? Space Heater Types Explained
Every electric heater turns power into heat about equally well. The difference is how they deliver it. Here's which type fits which room.
Home
How to Draft-Proof Your Home Before the Cold Hits
Warm air leaking out and cold air sneaking in can undo whatever heater you use. These simple fixes help any room hold its heat.
Buying Guide
What Are Small Plug-In Heaters Good For? An Honest Look
Compact wall-plug heaters are popular for a reason. They're also not right for every room. Here's where they shine and where they fall short.