Calculating heating costs: everything you need to know

Whenever winter is around the corner, heating costs often rise. For many households, it is crucial to understand and effectively manage heating costs. In this article, you will find out how heating costs are calculated, which factors play a role and how you can save money by being conscious.

How are heating costs made up?

Heating costs in a household are generally made up of the following components:

1. Basic costs: These include fixed costs such as maintenance of the heating system, chimney sweep fees and basic tariffs from the energy supplier.
   

2. Consumption costs: These are based on actual energy consumption, measured in kilowatt hours (kWh) or cubic meters (m³) in the case of gas.
   

3. Taxes and levies: In Austria and Germany, heating energy types are taxed differently. These costs are often already included in the energy price.

There may also be additional costs for repairs or modernization of the heating system.

 

What factors influence heating costs?

Several factors influence how high your heating costs will be:

• Building insulation: Good insulation can significantly reduce energy consumption.

• Heating system: Modern, efficient heating systems such as a condensing boiler or a heat pump are often cheaper to operate.

• Living space: The larger the heated area, the higher the energy requirement.

• Consumption behavior: The average room temperature and the period of use of the heating system play an important role.

• Energy tariff: The price of energy can vary greatly depending on the provider and contract.

 

Calculate heating costs yourself: step-by-step instructions

Heating costs are usually calculated in the following steps:

1. Determining energy consumption: look at your last heating bill or read your meter reading. Energy is usually given in kWh or m³.

2. Calculate the price per unit: The price per kWh or m³ is specified by your energy supplier. You can find this on your bill or contract.

3. Calculate consumption costs: Multiply the consumption by the price per unit:

   Consumption costs = energy consumption × price per unit

4. Add basic costs: Add the fixed basic costs.

5. Include taxes and charges: If not already included in the unit price, add these separately.

Example calculation

A household with a living space of 100 m² and a consumption of 12,000 kWh per year pays

• Energy price: 0,10 €/kWh

• Consumption costs: 12.000 kWh × 0,10 € = 1.200 €

• Basic costs: 200 €

• Total costs: 1.200 € + 200 € = 1.400 €

 

Tips for reducing heating costs

• Optimize the temperature: Every degree less saves up to 6% heating energy.

• Use timers: Program your heating to only heat when necessary.

• Improve insulation: Insulate windows and doors to minimize heat loss.

• Maintain regularly: A well-maintained heating system works more efficiently and saves costs.

• Compare tariffs: Switch to a cheaper provider if possible.

 

 

Advantages from 21energy products

• Cost efficiency: By combining heating and Bitcoin mining, you can save up to €3,800 per year.

• Easy installation: The devices are plug-and-play and can be set up in just a few minutes. Simply connect them to your wallet and you're ready to go.

• Quiet operation: With a noise level of less than 35 dB, the heaters are whisper-quiet and won't disrupt your everyday life.

• Sustainability: By using energy efficiently, you actively contribute to reducing CO₂ emissions and support more environmentally friendly technology. 

 

Product selection

21energy offers various models to suit different needs: