Should my oven be on 24/7 or not?

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In summary, it may be more economical for the resident to turn their oven off during the day and turn it back on when they get home, in order to avoid sacrificing too much comfort due to the lower temperature.
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In my appartment I mainly use one oven for heating. This has a max capacity of 2 kW. I have calculated (roughly) that my appartment has a need for about 1.8 kW at the minumum temp of -19 C outside. Now, my question is do you immediately think that it's more economical for me to turn the oven off during the day (when I'm at work) and then turn it on when I come home, or should I have in on 24/7? This without sacrificing too much comfort due to lower temp of course...

Naturally I'm looking to have about 20 C at all times when I'm in the house, except maybe during night time. The building is mainly of concrete, and so I'm not sure how long it takes for the heat to escape, and how long it would take to bring the temp up again...

Thoughts?
 
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When you say oven, do you mean an oven that one uses to cook food?
 
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Hehe, no, that would be a stove. I'm talking about a regular heating device, like a radiator, only it's electrical.
 
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TSN79 said:
Hehe, no, that would be a stove. I'm talking about a regular heating device, like a radiator, only it's electrical.

:rofl: Here, that would be called an electric heater. I was very puzzled by that, and had this strange image of the door to an oven (stove) open in an attempt to heat the apartment.

As to your question, I'm not sure. I would say that it would be more economical to turn it off when you're not in the apartment-- maybe see if there's a way to time it so it comes on an hour or so before you get home, to give chance to warm the place up. That's just a guess though!
 
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Dang Norweeds and their terminology... :tongue:
At my house (which I don't live in), we used to leave the oven door open to heat the kitchen, since there isn't a proper furnace outlet in there. Both run on natural gas, so it didn't cost any more to do it that way.
As for an electric space heater, I agree with Cristo that a timer on the supply line would be the proper way to go. Set it to activate a half-hour or so before your arrival.
 
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Excellent :) It shall be done! Thx
 

1. Should I leave my oven on all the time?

No, it is not recommended to leave your oven on all the time. Not only does this waste energy and increase your utility bill, but it also poses a safety risk. Leaving your oven on for extended periods of time can increase the chances of a fire or other accidents.

2. Will leaving my oven on save me money on my utility bill?

No, leaving your oven on will actually increase your utility bill. Ovens use a significant amount of energy, so leaving it on all the time will result in a higher bill. It is more cost-effective to only use your oven when needed and turn it off when not in use.

3. Is it safe to leave my oven on while I am out of the house?

No, it is not safe to leave your oven on while you are not at home. In the event of a malfunction or accident, there would be no one to monitor or address the situation. It is best to turn off your oven when leaving the house.

4. Does leaving my oven on affect its lifespan?

Yes, leaving your oven on for extended periods of time can shorten its lifespan. The constant heating and cooling can put strain on the internal components, leading to potential malfunctions and the need for repairs or replacement.

5. Can leaving my oven on cause health risks?

Leaving your oven on can increase the amount of carbon monoxide and other pollutants in your home. This can lead to health risks, especially for those with respiratory issues or allergies. It is important to properly ventilate your kitchen when using the oven and turn it off when not in use.

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