How to read your gas meter
We have discussed how to read your electricity meter here, but today we are going to look at gas meters. Gas meters are a little different to electric meters, but there are a few variations to look out for: Digital…
What are Quantum Storage Heaters and are they more energy efficient?
What are storage heaters? Storage heaters store their heat when the electricity is cheap or ‘off-peak’ and then release it as and when needed, which is during the daytime when electricity is more expensive. Most homes that have storage heaters…
Other Intelligent Heating Control Systems
Since writing the original “Looking for a more Intelligent Heating Control System” article earlier this year, we are pleased to say that other manufacturers have now entered the area and their products are worth a review. We have also had numerous…
Waste Water Heat Recovery Systems
What is a WWHRS and how does it work? Typically, a waste water heat recovery system works by extracting the heat from the water your shower or bath sends down the drain. This heat is used to warm the incoming…
Should I get my heat pump reassessed for the RHI?
I’m sure that if you have a heat pump, you will have heard of the Renewable Heat Incentive. It is a government scheme that pays you for generating renewable forms of heat for your home, including both ground source and…
How should we ventilate new homes in London?
As those of you living in the South East are no doubt aware, property prices are rising alarmingly rapidly (prices in London have risen by 18% in the last year). With further increases predicted to continue, it is becoming much…
Flue Gas Heat Recovery Systems
How do flue gas heat recovery systems work? Flue Gas Heat Recovery Systems (FGHRS) take advantage of heat within waste flue gases resulting from the combustion of gas in your boiler. This recovered heat is used to preheat the cold water…
Honeywell Challenges Nest with the Lyric!
We really liked Evohome, the nice colourful thermostat / programmer from Honeywell, which allows you to automatically control your heating even when you are away from your home. It also has the ability to change the temperatures of individual rooms…
Introduction to heating controls
Heating controls are key to helping saving money once you have installed other energy efficiency measures such as loft or wall insulation.
Room Thermostats
What is a thermostat? The thermostat is a common fixture in most homes, helping to maintain an even temperature in the house all year round. In the winter, room thermostats (sometimes referred to as roomstats) prevent rooms from overheating. In…