The Role of Thermostat Controls in Efficient Heating
Much emphasis has been placed on achieving efficient home heating in recent years, with homeowners investing in various products to help them minimise heat loss and, in the process, save money on energy and reduce carbon emissions. Solar panels, insulation and energy efficient double glazing are all now standard features on new build homes; however, there is one little gadget that is every bit as effective without receiving half the plaudits of other energy saving methods: the thermostat.
Whether you have an electric combi boiler or a gas one, thermostat controls are a real money saver. It is estimated that controlling heating with a thermostat can save between £70 and £150 a year on energy bills and 310kg to 630kg of carbon dioxide. In order to benefit from these savings you need to implement heating controls in two areas: in rooms and on radiators.
Thermostats for Rooms
Accompanying EHS' range of electric heating boilers are a selection of advanced thermostats that can be installed to control temperature and configure when heating is switched on/off and at what times of the day. These controls allow heating to work around the needs of a family based on when they are home and what rooms they use. Typically, room temperatures are set between 18°C and 21°C – not too hold and not too cold.
Thermostats for Radiators
Thermostatic controls for electric and vertical radiators are one of the standout benefits of electric heating. While it is possible to purchase radiator valves for wet system radiators that can reduce the flow of water to regulate temperature, they are in no way as advanced as those offered on electric heaters.
In-built digital controls, allow panel heaters and radiators to be fully controlled in the same way that a master thermostat controls a full central heating system. Temperature can be regulated and pre-defined settings for comfort, economy and frost protection can be utilised to provide the right heat in specific circumstances. This level of individual control means heating can be controlled on a room-by-room basis. As electric radiators warm up quickly, these can be switched on upon entering a room and left off when the room is not in use, resulting in excellent savings on bills and CO2.
In This article author writes about EHS. EHS is the UK's leading electric heating specialist, offering a wide range of electric combi boilers and vertical radiators for efficient home heating.
