Heating Tips: Stay Energy-Efficient During Summer
As the weather heats up, it's the perfect time to adopt energy-saving habits that benefit both you and your wallet. Learn how to keep your home cool, conserve energy and maintain your heating systems for peak efficiency. Explore our expert tips, tricks, and recommendations to help you stay comfortable and save money all season long!
Take Advantage of the Weather
When it is warm outside, there are plenty of easy ways to reduce your energy consumption. You can opt to leave windows and doors open for natural ventilation throughout your home while keeping curtains and blinds closed to block out the rays. Take advantage of the warm weather by hanging out your laundry. This simple step saves on energy costs and reduces extra heat production from a tumble dryer. If you are using fans or air conditioning, offset their running costs by turning off or unplugging any electrical items you are not using instead of leaving them on standby. While the nights remain lighter, switch off your lights to save energy and reduce excess heating.
Utilise Fans & Air Conditioning
Amp up the cool factor with electric fans and air conditioning units. To ensure they are working optimally, here are a few tips. Make sure you buy your appliances from a reputable company and use the instructions provided. If you have taken them out of storage, check for wear and tear and be sure to clean away any dust before plugging in. Make sure they are placed on a flat, solid surface to minimise the risk of them falling over and causing damage.If you have ceiling fans installed, these should be set to spin anticlockwise to push cool air down. If you begin to smell burning or hear any unusual sounds from your fan or air conditioning unit, turn them off immediately and dispose of them appropriately.
Take back control of your heating
Even though the days are warm, those early morning hours can get quite chilly. That is why it is crucial to consider the efficiency of your home heating systems during the summer. A quick and affordable change to make can be simply switching your standard radiator valves to Thermostatic Radiator Valves. TRV's can be manually adjusted, allowing you to control the exact heat output of your radiator(s). If placed on multiple radiators throughout your home, you can set the temperature accordingly. For example, if you have heaters in a room that does not get a lot of natural sunlight, you may want to set these at a higher temperature. They regulate the flow of hot water through the radiator based on the room temperature. When the room reaches the pre-set level on the TRV dial, the valve automatically closes, restricting or preventing hot water from entering the radiator. This ensures optimal heating efficiency and comfort, maintaining the desired temperature. You can also opt for additional thermostats, timers and switches to provide better control over your heating.
Go for Wi-Fi Control
If you wanted to upgrade your heating system entirely for a more efficient model, our top suggestion would be to choose a Wi-Fi controlled radiator. These heaters will link straight to your phone via an app, allowing you to change the settings and output of your radiator no matter where you are. This handy feature is convenient all year round to ensure consistent efficiency and optimal comfort. Many Wi-Fi radiators offer 24/7 programmability and pre-set modes for easy heating. They also provide access to your energy consumption statistics and use smart technology to assess and adjust the room temperature automatically.
We hope you found this blog helpful and are ready to have an energy efficient summer! If you have any questions or queeries about a product, contact us on 01977 663331 or email us at cnmservice@cnmonline.co.uk
Thank you for reading,
CNM Team
