We just moved into our new house this year with central heat and air, totally electric. I was in charge of the task of buying the hvac system that we would use. I chose one of the Carrier systems that doesn't blast air when it first comes on. It comes on slowly and gradually increases the speed until it is at full power and gradually slows down before it shuts off. We also have whole house ventilation.
Recently the nighttime temperatures have fallen into the lower 20s with daytime varying from 44-65 degrees. Our highest power bill has been $114.68 (this month) and that includes a security floodlight in the outer yard. Our house has 3 bedrooms, office, great room, dining room, kitchen, 2 baths/the master bath has both a bath and dressing room. I set the thermostat on 74 degrees at night and 76 degrees daytime. We have a fireplace but haven't used it yet. We do not use the budget billing system; we just pay whatever the bill is every month. I had extra insulation put in the house when it was built and it has really helped with electric bills and noise control.
One of my relatives has a tower type infrared heater with a blower and it easily heats 2-3 rooms, depending on their size. The heat seems to be warmer (if that's possible) than central heat. jmo
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