At last – summer seems to be here. Of course, when the temperatures start to rise and the days grow longer, the last thing on most people's minds is heating. We’re all thinking sunshine, open windows, BBQs and dining al fresco. However this is actually the perfect time to revisit your domestic (or even commercial) heating strategy. While your radiators and boilers are taking a seasonal break, using the warmer months to plan and upgrade your heating system can pay off in a big way once the big chill returns.
Why Summer Is the Ideal Time to Grasp the Heating Nettle
The warm months, when your heating needs are minimal, are the perfect time for maintenance and upgrades. Heating professionals have more availability, meaning you don’t get stuck on a waiting list when demand spikes during colder months. You also won’t have to suffer through chilly indoor temperatures while work is being done, as you're unlikely to need heating in the middle of July. Taking a proactive approach now could save you time, stress, and even money in the long run.
Moreover, energy efficiency upgrades are easier to plan and implement during summer. It’s a perfect time to replace an old boiler or radiators with more sustainable heating systems like Infra-Red Panels and Bars.
Start by Auditing Your Current Heating System
Start by assessing what you have. Is your current heating system meeting your needs? Are your energy bills higher than they need to be? (Big tick on this one for most of us!) Have you experienced any uneven heating, strange noises, or breakdowns? A summer check-up can identify issues early and help prevent costly repairs down the line.
Consider energy-efficient upgrades
If your heating system is more than 10-15 years old, it may be time to consider a replacement. Modern systems are far more energy-efficient, which means lower energy bills and a smaller carbon footprint. Options like switching to Infra-Red panels or bars can provide excellent performance through zonal heating with much lower energy usage.
Smart home technology is another smart summer upgrade. A programmable or smart thermostat allows you to control your heating remotely and create heating schedules based on your daily routine. This not only boosts comfort but significantly improves efficiency and energy savings.
Insulate Whilst the Sun Shines
Insulation isn’t just a winter thing – it helps keep cool air inside during the summer as well as warm air in during cold spells. Upgrading wall, roof, or floor insulation, sealing up drafts, or investing in double-glazed windows can enhance your home's year-round thermal efficiency.
Summer is the best time for this kind of work, as dry conditions make it easier to inspect and install insulation materials. You'll also benefit immediately, with a cooler home during heatwaves and long-term savings in colder months.
Planning Ahead Is Always Worth It
Preparing your heating strategy now means you’re ready for whatever the colder months throw at you. You’ll be more comfortable, save money, and reduce your environmental impact – all while avoiding the winter rush. So while it may seem counterintuitive to think about heating when the sun is blazing, it’s actually the smartest time to make changes. A little forward-thinking now can mean a warmer, more efficient, and worry-free winter.
But you’re not alone…
If you’re like most householders and homeowners you probably don’t change your heating strategy more then once every 15 years, or ever! To be fair it’s recent huge spikes in energy costs that are motivating people to embrace change. Then of course we have the impending imperative of Net Zero. Also the government is switching-off Economy 7. Finally if you need to replace your gas boiler you’re going to be discouraged to do so. But you’re not alone – 29 million domestic residences will need to be retrofitted in the next 25 years.
Heat Pumps Won’t Do It for Over 50% of Homes
The government are keenly pushing heat pumps. But heat pumps are totally unsuitable for over 50% of UK homes. Furthermore, even with grants available, they are costly to install, and costly to service and maintain. So what are the options?
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Infra-Red Heating Is Efficient, Cheap and Easy to Install, Cheap to Run, and Cheap to Maintain
More and more people are finding that Infra-Red heating is the go-to solution when it comes to changing-up their strategy. It’s zonal so you only spend money heating the spaces you want to heat. It’s smart – you can program it and turn individual heaters on and off from an App on your mobile. It’s sustainable and maintenance free.
We’re Right There with You…
We said above you’re not alone – there are many people like you facing the conundrums of revisiting their heating strategy. Many of them for the first time, so how do they go about it. Well here’s the thing. Recommending low-cost heating strategies is our day job – day in, day out. We can help you plan, we can advise you on installation and we can support your strategy right down the line.
Best of all we can save you money now, and in the future. What’s not to like about that?
