With energy and gas prices rising, many people are looking for ways to cut the cost of living and save money when heating their homes this winter.
The colder months mean you will be using more energy to heat your home, but making a few changes can help reduce the financial burden of this.
One way to save that is simple and easy to maintain is installing a timer on your boiler that only turns the central heating on during certain times of day. This reduces the risk of accidentally leaving it on all day and costing yourself extra pennies.
You can choose to have it on at any time and it will switch off automatically, so you can time the heating to come on to warm the house when you are back in from work or school, without having to be on all day.
You may also want to turn off radiators or heaters in rooms that don’t need as much heat, such as the kitchen or bathroom. This can help cut costs as it only heats the areas of the home that you spend the most time in.
Having a well-maintained heating system can help it run more efficiently and be less costly. Whether this involves a full central heating cleaning service or a quick boiler maintenance visit, it can keep your home efficient and safe throughout the winter.
Also, look out for signs that your boiler needs to be replaced. A faulty or old boiler system that struggles to heat the home effectively can end up costing you more over time, as well as putting you in danger of gas leaks.
Having someone come over to check the boiler regularly can help to eliminate problems as they arise, ensuring that you stay warm and safe all year round.