Electric baseboard heaters cost more than natural gas?

As you start looking for next years accommodation, take note of how a new apartment is heated. Are utilities included? “Utilities” refer to the mechanics of running a house. They can include heat, water and hydro. Ask if these expenses are included in the rent. If they aren’t, ask what you can expect. You can be in for a nasty surprise if they aren’t.

If heat is provided by electric baseboard heaters, you may not even realize that you are also paying for heat if the landlord says you are responsible for hydro. Electric heat also costs more than gas heat. Gas heat has vents in the floor. Electric has baseboard heaters.