E,w,a&f #greenLiving Fire 1; heating

A new house gives you an opportunity to design your heating from the outset. Sadly wood wasn’t possible in a timber frame!

Fossil fuel? Yes, it is the only real option for many as underfloor or heat exchanger still come on-line.

So how do you achieve the ‘below £30’ bill challenge?

1. Have separate living and sleeping radiator circuits – wi-fi operated.

2. Wear clothes, jumpers and hats is necessary

3. Turn the heating on when it feels cold – not pre-timed, easy if controlled by your phone.

4. Run for an hour, turning off if you go out / to bed

5. Reduce the boiler temperature to 55deg.

6. Ensure all radiators have a thermostat.

7. Use trapped heat spaces to dry clothes [under stairs]

8. Close trickle vents.

9. Utilise alternatives such as hot water bottles.

10. Live in the room with the system thermostat, moving if necessary.

Light fires for fun, heat and cooking; outdoors of course.