As most of us have typical wet heating systems I have put a list of tips that will save money. Many of us can't afford to fit condensing boilers or fit triple glazed windows so here are affordable changes we all can make.
Fit Thermostatic radiator valves.
When heating is on, keep doors closed. The radiator is sized to heat the space it is in.
Fit a cylinder stat, It will minimise the amount of oil needed to heat entire cylinder.
The more stats on system = better control= less cost. Not always practical in existing homes.
On bright winter days open curtains and blinds on south facing walls, make the most of the solar heat gain. Close when sun drops.
Don’t allow curtains hang over the tops of radiators, you are only heating the space between window and curtain.
Reduce flow to radiators in spaces that aren’t used e.g. guestrooms
Turn down the stat on your boiler, if you find it is too cool, turn it up a little bit at a time, find your own comfort zone.
If your not using open fire, block it up using the many products on the market e.g balloon etc.
Get you boiler serviced every year by an approved serviceperson, making sure working pressures are checked and set right.
Balance your heating system.
If you have an outdoor boiler, ensure pipes are lagged.
Insulate your hot water cylinder.
If you must use your immersion, fit a time clock and set it.
Insulate the back of attic access lid, sticking a bit of aero board to it is better than nothing.
Use draught stoppers or fit curtains over doors that are old.
This list is incomplete, please feel free to add to it.
Fit Thermostatic radiator valves.
When heating is on, keep doors closed. The radiator is sized to heat the space it is in.
Fit a cylinder stat, It will minimise the amount of oil needed to heat entire cylinder.
The more stats on system = better control= less cost. Not always practical in existing homes.
On bright winter days open curtains and blinds on south facing walls, make the most of the solar heat gain. Close when sun drops.
Don’t allow curtains hang over the tops of radiators, you are only heating the space between window and curtain.
Reduce flow to radiators in spaces that aren’t used e.g. guestrooms
Turn down the stat on your boiler, if you find it is too cool, turn it up a little bit at a time, find your own comfort zone.
If your not using open fire, block it up using the many products on the market e.g balloon etc.
Get you boiler serviced every year by an approved serviceperson, making sure working pressures are checked and set right.
Balance your heating system.
If you have an outdoor boiler, ensure pipes are lagged.
Insulate your hot water cylinder.
If you must use your immersion, fit a time clock and set it.
Insulate the back of attic access lid, sticking a bit of aero board to it is better than nothing.
Use draught stoppers or fit curtains over doors that are old.
This list is incomplete, please feel free to add to it.