The Department of Energy and Climate Change (DECC) has laid out new rules to help make private rented housing more energy efficient. The aim is to save tenants money while also making their homes more comfortable to live in, especially during the winter months. The new standards will
Boiler technology has come a long way in recent years and some of the most exciting technical innovations are those related to how we control our heating. Smart thermostats simplify the way we manage our central heating, bringing thermostat technology firmly into the 21st century. Con
Around half of the average home’s energy costs go towards running its boiler, so upgrading to a newer, more efficient model can save you a significant amount of money. Working out exactly when it is the right time for a replacement can be hard though, so here are our top tips for spot
With the cost of heating your home throughout the winter seemingly becoming more expensive, many homeowners are looking for the cheapest way to stay warm. Finding out which fuel is the cheapest and installing an appropriate central heating system can mean that you save money on your e
Keeping your central heating running efficiently can save you money by allowing you to heat your home effectively using less fuel. One of the easiest and most basic things you can do to keep your heating working properly is to bleed your radiators. This is the process of releasing any
When your boiler stops working it can be easy to panic, but there are some basic checks that are worth carrying out which may get your boiler back up and running in no time. Thermostat The first thing to do is to make sure that the issue has not simply been caused by someone altering