Does it use a lot of electric
1144474
Does not seem to use a lot of electric, though I only used it as my prime heater when my house heat pump was not working. After the heat pump was fixed, I used it as an auxillary heater. It's a good looking piece of equipment, and does NOT seem loud, as one of the reviews said. It heats very effectively, and turns slowly from left to right on its base to make for more even heating in the room..
1144475
I return this item in two weeks, because too loud, so I don't have the answer for you..
1144476
I personally didn't notice my electric being any more expensive, but everyone's usage is different. If you run it quite a bit I would expect to see maybe a few dollars extra a month. This is a great heater I would highly recommend it.
456963
It is electric. BTW - I have this one and like it pretty well. It's a great buy for the money.
1250499
we just blew it up when we had people staying with us. We kept it plugged in for the most part but I don't think you would have to. I don't imagine it uses much electricity but I don't really know.
700820
There are two separate hot legs so it will not have electric on it in unless it is pluged in. If only one Is pluged in and the one that is not will not have electric on it
1180603
it does not need electricity, it is gas. if it has an optional fan it will need 110v. fan is not necessary for normal operation.
1951854
It has a battery powered ignitor(AAA battery). So no electric needed. If the ignitor goes out a grill lighter will come in handy. It heats my single wide mobile home no problem. This winter has been much more comfortable than the last few. I have no problem keeping the house warm on frigid days and nights. One of the main reasons I bought it was incase of power outages. Hope this helps.
1868720
This one uses electricity. This is the second one I've owned. Works really well but even if you don't plan to use it when purchased, get it out of the box and make sure it isn't defective! I bought it on sale and did not use it till several months later when I needed it. There is a leak somewhere behind the pressure gauge and I couldn't exchange it because it had been too long. Still works but loses air constantly which is a bummer. Lesson learned. Some day I will get another one just like it and take it out of the box right away!
1253257
It uses electric, but it also uses special wrappers! I had not ordered any when I ordered the machine. Did so after I found this out when using it. All in all great machine
788893
Mine runs all the time but does have a constant load on it of about 5 amps. Have had no problems with it and plan to buy another.
331539
Ours is plugged in a lot! Can run either way! It lives plugged in and running at our home. When it leaves it has great battery ife.Great device!
1292706
Yes it is electric and needs to be plugged in. I have an outlet in my island so no draping cords.
2126987
Don't buy this expecting it to be energy efficient. It will run your electric bill up. I am total electric and I use it on "flames only" most of the time for ambiance as it will easily increase your elec bill $20 to $30 a month if you use it often.
2260791
It uses a reasonable amount of electricity. Last winter I went from oil heat to electricity only and my electric bill was less than 3 times the previous year during the coldest winter months here in New England.
1036320
No, it's electric -- you just need a long, heavy-duty extension cord. It's lightweight and easy to use and is a mighty little devil! I wish I'd bought mine sooner.
210162
It is electric. no gas involved at all, unless it is a different model than mine.
264706
Electric. I have had mine since December. No problems. Couldn't do without it. Worth the money.
2222574
It is electric yes and does have a battery backup ....Included a small remote ... It's about a year old now and held up to my 8 year old using it everyday ...We like it