“When everything was finished, our flat was left as if no work had taken place. We are absolutely delighted.”
Mr & Mrs Smook Taunton, SomersetMarket towns, coast and country
Electric heating installers in Dorset
We install and look after electric heating across Dorset, from Bournemouth and Poole to Sherborne, Bridport and the villages in between. Give us a call and we’ll book you a free, no-obligation survey with our local Dorset surveyor.
- Which? Trusted Trader since 2015
- 4.8 out of 5 from 231+ reviews
- 30-year manufacturer’s guarantee
- Our own engineers, never subcontractors
What we fit
Our electric heating solutions for Dorset homes
German electric radiators
Our main product is radTherm electric radiators, German-engineered and designed for precise, room-by-room control. With no boiler and no pipework, they’re a straightforward swap for old storage heaters or an outdated heating system.
Learn more about our electric radiators
Electric towel rails
Our towel rails keep bathrooms warm and towels dry, with no plumbing work needed. Slimline designs suit smaller bathrooms and cloakrooms.
Sunamp water heaters
Sunamp heat batteries are a compact replacement for a bulky hot water cylinder, giving you hot water on demand with no annual service. They can also work with solar panels.
Learn more about Sunamp water heatersEvery radiator, towel rail and water heater we fit, with photos and specifications.
Download the brochureHeating a Dorset home
Why homes in Dorset choose electric heating
More and more homeowners want heating that’s sustainable and suits the home they actually live in. Electric heating fits homes across Dorset for these reasons.
Off the gas grid
Around 24% of South West homes were off the mains gas grid in 2024. Electric radiators need no gas connection, so they’re a practical alternative wherever gas doesn’t reach.
No tank, no deliveries
Rural villages, farmhouses and cottages beyond the gas network often rely on oil. No watching the gauge, no ordering in winter, no tank taking up the garden.
No boiler to service
No annual boiler service and no engineer call-outs in January. The radiators themselves need no maintenance.
Older and character homes
Thick walls and limited space can make pipework difficult. Our radiators need no pipework at all, with slimline options for the tightest spaces.
A damp climate
Some rooms need heating more often than others. Each radiator has its own timer and thermostat, so you heat each room how and when you need it.
A more sustainable option
Electric heating produces no emissions in your home, and how green it is overall depends on where your electricity comes from. It can also work alongside solar panels.
Hot water and solarWhy South West Heating Solutions
Why choose South West Heating Solutions?
30-year guarantee
Every radiator is backed by a 30-year manufacturer’s guarantee, and we add five years on electrical parts and labour.
Which? Trusted Trader
We’ve been a Which? Trusted Trader since 2015, checked by an independent third party, and every quote is written and tailored to your home.
Fitted in a day
With no boiler and no pipework, most installations are done in a day. We take away and recycle your old heaters and leave your home clean and tidy.
Local surveys, county-wide call-outs
Your survey is carried out by our local Dorset surveyor, who measures up, answers your questions and leaves you with a detailed, no-obligation quote. Our call-out service covers the whole county.
Room-by-room control
Set each radiator’s schedule and temperature from your phone, wherever you are, and see what each room actually uses.
How the app works24/7 support
Our line is answered 24 hours a day, so you can reach us on 01209 714600 before, during or after your installation.
Any questions before you book?
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What customers across the South West say
“We were pleasantly surprised that we didn’t need as many radiators as we thought. Yet still had enough to heat all the rooms exactly as we wanted.”
Louisa Chanter Tavistock, DevonStorage heater replacement
Night storage heater replacements in Dorset
Many of our customers have switched from old storage heaters to modern electric radiators, mostly for the control. Storage heaters charge overnight and release heat through the day, leaving little room to adjust if your plans change. Electric radiators heat on demand, and each one is controlled on its own.
Thinking of replacing your old night storage heaters? Here are some signs it might be time:
- Poor control: heat is released on a fixed schedule, whether you need it or not, and can’t easily be adjusted room by room.
- Rising running costs: your bills are climbing, and storage heaters give you little room to bring them down by heating only the rooms you use.
- Unreliable heat: most of the stored warmth is released early in the day, leaving rooms cold by evening, when you need it most.
Your local surveyor
Book a free survey for electric heating in Dorset
Every property is different. radTherm radiators come in many heights, widths and outputs, so there are hundreds of possible combinations. Our local Dorset surveyor visits, measures each room and recommends the sizes and kilowattage that suit it, then leaves you with a written quote.
Call us on 01209 714600 or email [email protected] to book your survey.
The type of heating you choose is completely up to you. No pressure, no hard sell, just straightforward, honest advice, for first-time customers and returning ones adding more radiators alike.
Towns we cover, and county-wide
Areas we cover in Dorset
We install and maintain electric central heating across Dorset, including:
- Beaminster
- Blandford Forum
- Bournemouth
- Bridport
- Christchurch
- Dorchester
- Ferndown
- Gillingham
- Lyme Regis
- Poole
- Shaftesbury
- Sherborne
- Stalbridge
- Sturminster Newton
- Swanage
- Verwood
- Wareham
- Weymouth
- Wimborne Minster
Common questions
Electric heating in Dorset: FAQs
How much does electric heating cost to install in Dorset?
It varies with the size of your home, how many radiators you need and which sizes suit each room. Our free home survey lets us take the measurements we need and give you a detailed written quote, with no obligation to go ahead.
How do I know which electric radiators and sizes my home needs?
You don’t have to work it out yourself. Our local surveyor measures each room, finds out what you’re looking for, and recommends the right size and kilowattage for each one.
Can I replace my storage heaters with electric radiators?
Yes. We help many homeowners swap old storage heaters for electric radiators, and we take care of the whole job, including taking your old heaters away and recycling them.
Will electric radiators work in an older, rural or damp Dorset property?
Yes. Electric radiators need no gas connection, boiler or pipework, so they suit homes where gas heating is difficult to fit. Every home is different, though, and your surveyor will give you honest advice on whether they suit yours.
Is electric heating a sustainable choice for Dorset homes?
It can be. Electric heating produces no emissions in your home, and how green it is depends on where your electricity comes from. It can also work alongside solar panels.
How long does it take to install electric heating in Dorset?
With no boiler or pipework to fit, most installations are done in a day. We also remove and recycle your old heaters, so you don’t have to.
Also covered
Elsewhere in the South West
Outside our area? Call us on 01209 714600 and we’ll put you in touch with a carefully selected installer near you.
Our full range of heaters, towel rails and water heaters
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