Heating upgrades

Electric storage heaters

If your home is electrically heated, storage heaters can be a practical and efficient option when they are the right type, set up correctly, and paired with the right tariff. We help you understand what you have now and what an upgrade would change.

What you can expect

Straight advice, tidy installs, and heating that feels easier to control day to day.

  • Help choosing the right heater type for the rooms and how you use heat
  • Guidance on tariffs and controls so heat is not wasted
  • Support with funded routes where eligibility applies

What are electric storage heaters?

Storage heaters are designed to store heat and release it steadily through the day. They are commonly used in all electric homes, especially where off-peak tariffs are available. Older systems can be expensive to run if they are inefficient or not controlled properly.

  • Charge up during off-peak hours, then release warmth throughout the day
  • Best results come from the right tariff and the right control settings
  • Upgrades improve comfort, responsiveness, and efficiency
Good to know

Modern storage heaters can be significantly cheaper to run than older units, especially when they are set up properly.

Not sure what you have?

Send us a photo of the heater and your tariff info and we will point you in the right direction.

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Want to reduce running costs?

We will help you prioritise the upgrades that make the biggest difference for comfort and efficiency.

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Diagram of an upgraded electric storage heater system

Should I replace my old storage heater?

If your heaters are old, slow to respond, or you feel like you are paying for heat you do not use, it is usually worth looking at an upgrade. Newer units are easier to control and can deliver better comfort without the waste.

  • Rooms feel cold until late, then overheat later in the day
  • Controls are confusing or no longer work properly
  • You are unsure if your tariff is matched to your heating
  • Units look worn, damaged, or have reduced heat output
Quick tip

If you are considering upgrades, it is also worth checking insulation and ventilation, because the home will hold heat better and feel more consistent.

A couple sitting warm and comfortable at home

Benefits of upgrading storage heaters

Modern storage heaters are designed to improve control and comfort. The right setup can help you reduce waste and make rooms feel warmer with less effort.

  • Better heat retention: warmth lasts longer without blasting energy
  • Improved controls: easier schedules and more consistent temperatures
  • Neater design: more compact units with better heat output
  • Less wasted heat: improved charge and release control
  • Comfort improvements: fewer cold spots and less overheating
Good to know

Upgraded storage heaters are often paired with better controls and advice on tariffs, which is where a lot of savings come from.

Modern electric storage heater illustration

First time central heating

If your property has never had central heating, you may be looking at a bigger upgrade route. We can advise on the best path, including insulation and ventilation improvements so the home is comfortable long term.

Your current setup

We check what you have now, how you use heat, and what is not working.

Best upgrade route

Storage heater upgrade, heating redesign, or a different solution depending on suitability.

Funding and eligibility

If a funded route applies, we guide you through the eligibility side and next steps.

Tidy install and support

Clear communication, neat work, and advice on settings and controls.

Next step

Use the eligibility hub first. If you are eligible, we can advise the best route quickly and properly.

First time central heating upgrade

Want to check if you can upgrade your heating through funding?

Tell us about your property and your current heating. We will point you towards the right next step, and if eligibility applies, we will guide you through the funding route too.