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An electrically generated heat source for individual rooms and areas, cove heating employs radiant heat to warm the room and objects in the room. Coined "cove heating" because it is installed where the cove used to be in older room designs, individual heating units are mounted on the wall 2-1/2" to 4" below the ceiling, allowing homeowners unrestricted use of floor space.

Electric heating units are some of the most efficient heating systems available today, and cove units take full advantage of electricity's efficiency.

Cove heating units are mounted near the ceiling so that the radiant panels direct heat downward across the room, without being blocked by furniture and other objects. Radiant heat warms people directly, creating comfort conditions similar to that of the sun.

Because radiant heat warms inanimate objects in its path, walls, floors and even furniture absorb heat and provide a "heat reserve" which helps keep the room warm. In addition, a small amount of heat generated by the cove heater element is not radiated, but actually warms the surrounding air, wall and ceiling surfaces, initiating a convection-type flow of heated air which further adds to the warmth of the room.

Cove heating can be regulated by a wall-mounted thermostat, and each room can be controlled independently, letting you maintain multiple temperature settings throughout your home or office.

An electric element in the cove heating unit warms an aluminum panel coated with a special vitreous enamel. This panel, in turn, radiates heat outward into the room, much like solar energy is radiated by the sun, providing exceptional levels of comfort.

Actually, heat energy does not rise -- heated air rises. Heat energy can be directed, just like heat energy radiated by the sun's rays. When you stand in the sun, you feel warmer; the same principle applies with cove heating. Even with the thermostat lowered, radiant heat keeps you feeling warm.

Like any type of heating system, cove heaters work best when the home or building is properly insulated. Insulation is designed to keep heat in the desired area of your home, or office. No matter how heat is generated, if it is lost due to poor insulation, additional heat must be generated to maintain the desired temperature.

There are several sizes and wattage of cove heaters available which can be used in homes, apartments, offices, schools, medical facilities and more. Almost any enclosed area, properly designed and insulated, can benefit from a cove heating installation.

No special ventilation, chimney or air distribution system (ductwork) is required, so installation is easier and less expensive. Plus, additions and remodeling projects are simplified since cove heating is so versatile and easily adaptable. Hook-up is simple because wiring can be done from above.

Cove units, of course, must be installed properly, just like any other heating unit or appliance. Cove heating units are installed on the wall near the ceiling, safely away from children or furnishings. Cove heaters are flameless. There are no fumes or soot generated, and no hazardous fuels are brought into your home or building.

10-20% annual electric savings with BHP's Residential Demand Service Rate.
Cove heating transfers radiant heat to warm the room and objects in the room.
Units are mounted near the ceiling, on the wall, so that the radiant panels direct heat downward across the room, without being blocked by furniture and objects.
Each room can be controlled independently, allowing you to maintain multiple temperature settings throughout your home.
Requires no ductwork.
No forced-air movement or odor.
No open flames or flammable fuels.
No chimney or vent is needed.
No large equipment to install or mechanical room is needed.
No unsightly fuel storage tank located on your property.
Maintenance free.
Easy and economical to install and retrofit.
Fast heat recovery.
Heating panels are out of reach from children or furnishings.
BHP offers FREE Heat Loss Analysis and cash rebates.

Electric resistance heat or electric radiant heat must be permanently installed in the BHP service territory with a demand controller to qualify for a rebate.

Electric heat installed with a demand controller qualifies for a rebate of $15/kW with a $500 maximum per customer.

Comfort Cove heaters can be ordered through all BHP district offices. Orders are then delivered at no extra charge to your district office on a weekly basis. Units are in-stock and can be picked up during regular business hours Monday - Friday at the Rapid City office located at 409 Deadwood Avenue.

We do not sell or ship heaters outside our service area, however, you may contact the manufacturer at 1-800-314-9303 for purchase information.

Comfort Cove Heating - A New Concept in Energy Efficiency

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