Modern Storage Heaters versus Standard Electric Radiators

Magnitio

Why not get some insulated plasterboard fitted to the ceilings and secondary glazing on the skylight and windows? Much cheaper in the long-term.

ConnyWebster

Thank you all for the very helpful information. I will digest and make an informed decision as soon as Octopus confirm where I stand, which to date they have not, blaming it on the national database not yet being updated with my new meter. They did promise that I would remain on the same tarrif as I had before, but that seems unlikely based on what you are all saying.

The old storage heaters were repaired/serviced a couple of winters ago, and I feel like its throwing good money after bad to keep repairing them, it was £300ish to repair/service. They are 20ish years old and inadequate for my space, viurtually cold by evening even when they are charged up middle of the day for 3 hours. In the morning when its really cold overnight, the room struggles to make 16. I hope the newer models will be better and the Boost will help during very cold periods. Currently i top up with electric plug ins.

@twopenny thank you, yes i already have heavy blinds which I keep drawn most of the time, and the skylight also has a blind, as well as double glazing. Unfortunately the house is built in 1700 and is Grade II Listed almost impossible to do anything insulation wise, and heat pumps are totally out of the question.

@RetiredYorkie thank you, I will be in touch if I have any questions. I think i may go with the Ecostrad rather than Dimplex.

Magnitio

@ConnyWebster Grade II listed properties can still have additional insulation added, subject to consent. It's worth having a look at some of the documentation here:

https://historicengland.org.uk/images-books/publications/adapting-historic-buildings-energy-carbon-efficiency-advice-note-18/

https://historicengland.org.uk/advice/technical-advice/retrofit-and-energy-efficiency-in-historic-buildings/upgrading-thermal-elements-installing-insulation/internal-wall-insulation/

twopenny

Any hope you're in a national park? The historic buildings officers can be very helpful with ideas if they are asked.

Can you have a log burner?

Lovely to have a home that age just they do come with puzzling problems.