Looking to reduce your heating bills? With energy prices high across Greater Manchester and the North West, homeowners and businesses are looking for reliable ways to cut heating and water costs. We’ve put together this guide to help.
It isn’t only about saving money. An efficient system also means a warmer, more comfortable home and less wasted energy.
Understanding how efficient your heating is
Cutting your bills starts with understanding how efficient your heating system is. Many Manchester properties still run older systems that waste energy, and that waste shows up on your bill.
Modern boilers
Today’s condensing boilers can be up to 95% efficient, a big improvement on older, non-condensing models. Replacing an old, inefficient boiler can noticeably reduce your heating costs. Our Gas Safe registered engineers can look at your current system and recommend the most cost-effective option for your home.
Smart heating controls
Programmable controls and smart thermostats give you far more control over when and where you use heating, which helps cut waste. They offer:
- remote temperature control from your phone, handy with Manchester’s unpredictable weather
- separate heating zones for different parts of your home
- learning features that adapt to your daily routine
- frost protection for the winter months
Saving water (and the energy to heat it)
Using less water, especially hot water, also saves energy. A few simple changes help:
- fix dripping taps, which can waste thousands of litres of water a year
- fit tap aerators, which reduce the water used while keeping the pressure
- choose a water-efficient shower head to cut the hot water you use
- insulate pipes to stop heat escaping during cold winters
Regular maintenance
Regular maintenance by a qualified engineer keeps your system running efficiently. That includes:
- an annual boiler service
- Power Flushing to clear sludge and debris that hold your heating back
- repairing faults promptly, before they waste energy
- checking your pipes are properly insulated
Quick answers
Will a new boiler lower my heating bills?
A modern condensing boiler is more efficient than an older non-condensing one, so it usually costs less to run. How much you save depends on your home, your old boiler and how you use your heating.
Are smart thermostats worth it?
They work well in Manchester’s changeable climate, because they give you better control over when your heating runs.
How often should my boiler be serviced?
Once a year, to keep it running efficiently and safely.
Talk to your local heating engineers
Ready to bring your energy bills down? We can help with boiler replacements, heating controls, Power Flushing and servicing. Call us on 0161 826 6000 or message us on WhatsApp to talk through your options.
