Check for the perks (e.g: timers and wheels): Be hell-bent on getting value for your money. Get the best available. A heater with timers would do you so much good. Program your heater to have ON and OFF times and have one less worry. There are more than enough worries in the world already. You are not a robot, and it is very easy to forget such an activity. A built-in timer saves energy and provides convenience.

Caution with children and pets: Oil heaters do not have an external heating element that glows red-hot to signify imminent danger, but they can still get very hot. Also, there’s always the risk that a child or pet will tip the oil heater over. They’re quite heavy, so they can do some serious damage. Be sure to place the heater where children or pets won’t get hurt.

Correct size for where you want to use it: An oil-filled radiator that can heat a room does not mean it is a perfect replacement for an HVAC system—not in the dead of winter. The size of the heater you want to get should be appropriate for the space in which it is needed. Oil heaters differ greatly in the number of "ribs" that they have. This "fit" means that it should be able to heat the room thoroughly. A small unit will have to work at about two times its capacity to heat a large space. A unit like this would stop working, due to overuse. or will require servicing more often than normal. Ideally, place oil-filled radiators in the rooms that you use most frequently. That’s more cost-effective.

The features of the room: The characteristics of the room are vital to the efficiency of your heater. For example, a ceiling fan can mess with the heat flow in the room. Make arrangements to reverse the fan blades' rotation so that they can push the heated air back down and keep the room warm. A room with doors keeps in the heat better than an open space. However, frequently opening and closing the door will let the heat escape. Place the oil heater in a central place in the room, so as to reduce heat loss. But make sure that you keep the heater away from curtains and inflammable materials. Also, manufacturers often warn against placing an oil heater in a damp place, such as a bathroom.

Conclusion

Oil heaters have their upsides and downsides. Nevertheless, it is a good alternative for heating your home. It is so necessary, and that is why you should make a wise decision. Make sure that you have some on hand, before the onset of winter.