Heating and hot water

As the current lifespan of a boiler is around 15 years, choosing a heating system with a high efficiency condensing boiler with the correct heating controls can make a huge difference to your heating bills over time.

Read our hot guide to 'heating your home efficiently' below to find out all you need to know about condensing boilers and heating controls.

What is a high efficiency condensing boiler?

A high efficiency condensing boiler works on the principle of recovering as much as possible of the waste heat which is normally wasted from the flue of a conventional (non-condensing) boiler. The best high efficiency condensing boilers convert more than 90% of their fuel into heat, compared to 78% for conventional types.

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Is my boiler a high efficiency condensing boiler?

If your boiler is an A-rated boiler according to SEDBUK ratings then it is a high efficiency condensing boiler.

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How do I buy a high efficiency condensing boiler?

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Heating controls

Watch our video guide to using heating controls

Heating controls will keep your home at a comfortable temperature, making it warm when you want it but switching off when you don't. They include: a programmer, a room thermostat, a combined programmable room thermostat, a cylinder thermostat and Thermostatic radiator valves (TRVs).

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Heating from renewable energy sources

Did you know that you can use natural - or renewable - energy sources like heat from the sun or wood to heat your home and water? There are three main options suitable for home use.

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Frequently asked questions

What else would you like to know? Try these answers to more frequently asked questions about home heating.

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Warm words from an energy conscious consumer

"I don't think people realise how much more efficient a condensing boiler is, and how much money they could save by combining the right boiler with the right controls"

Click here to find out how Philip Williams got a new condensing boiler

There may be grants and offers available to help you install an energy efficient heating system.

Alternatively, contact your local Energy Saving Trust advice centre on 0800 512 012.

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