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Most churches were build hundreds of years ago, and typically feature stone walls and floors with open ‘loft-style’ ceilings, paired with very little insulation. Many churches are also listed buildings, so any heating system must blend seamlessly with the fabric of the church.
When planning to install a new heating system in a church, consider the future: we know that decarbonising heat is imperative to the future of the planet. To meet the government’s net zero targets, we must reduce the emissions released by burning gas, oil and other fossil fuels. The future of heating is electric, which, when paired with renewable energy sources, can give total freedom away from polluting fossil fuels.
There are many options available when it comes to heating a church. In terms of energy sources, the main choices are gas, oil and electric. Gas is probably the most common fuel used in churches today. Oil is considered to be the ‘dirtiest’ of fuels, due to both its carbon dioxide emissions and the air pollution it can cause. Moving away from gas and oil must be a priority if we are to reach the government’s net zero target by 2030: using 100% renewable electricity combined with electric heating is one of the most effective things your church can do to cut its carbon footprint.
There are many electric heating options too, including trench heaters, under pew heaters, infrared panel heaters, chandelier heaters, underfloor heating and curtain heaters. Some of these are space heaters, heating the air within the church to warm the entire space, whereas some are ‘people heaters’, which only warm people within the space and not the building itself.
There are a number of factors that come into consideration when it comes to the energy usage of a church, which can dramatically affect the running costs. These factors include the size of the church, insulation and how frequently the space is used.
Pew heaters are the ideal option for heating churches. ELKATHERM® electric radiators use a massive five times surface area to provide superior radiated heat, and spread convected warmth around the room. There’s no need for a noisy fan, so you can keep them turned on during services and events, and you won’t get uncomfortable dry air associated with other forms of electric heating. The design is stylish and unobtrusive, and the church pew heaters can be made in a range of sizes and colours to best suit your needs.
Electric pew heating offers a safer, more sustainable alternative to traditional heating systems. There’s no risk of destructive water leaks from radiators or pipes. Electric pew heaters are 100% efficient, as they turn all the electricity they use into heat, and when paired with a renewable energy source they can give you total freedom from polluting fossil fuels.
ELKATHERM® under pew heaters can provide a cosy, warm environment for staff and visitors, with no need for costly maintenance or regular servicing. Once the heater is up to temperature it will typically only draw between 15-17 minutes of electricity per hour, keeping your congregation warm whilst saving you money. There’s no need to penetrate exterior brickwork, and there’s no need for frost protection associated with traditional wet radiators.
ELKATHERM® radiators come with a 25-year guarantee for the internal heat core, and a 4-year guarantee for the electronic components. They are VDE approved and Lot 20 compliant.
Heat Electric are specialists in ultra-modern and efficient electric heating. We’re proud to be a Which? Trusted Trader for our high standards of customer service, value and quality, and our NAPIT accredited installers work to a no mess, no fuss policy when fitting your stylish new heating system. We have years of experience at specifying new heating systems for churches, ensuring your congregation is warm whilst also being sensitive to the fabric and nature of the building.
ELKATHERM® electric radiators are A++ energy rated. They stay warm for hours with minimal additional power, meaning more warmth for your money and greater control than traditional storage heating. Using a massive five times surface area to provide superior radiated heat and spread convected warmth around the room, ensuring you aren’t left with cold spots. There’s no need for a noisy fan, so you won’t get uncomfortable dry air associated with other forms of electric heating.
Once your electric radiator is up to temperature, it will typically draw between 15 and 17 minutes of electricity per hour to top up the core and maintain your cosy home. You can control each room individually, selecting the times and temperatures to best suit your lifestyle, and ensuring you don’t waste heat in rooms you aren’t using. We offer a range of control options, including our latest smartphone app which allows you to control your heating remotely.
Our electric radiators also come with a 4-year guarantee for electronic components, and a massive 25-year guarantee for the internal heat core. They are completely VDE approved and LOT20 compliant.
