As Scarborough heads into the cooler autumn months, many households start worrying about rising energy costs. The good news? You don’t need to replace your boiler to make real savings on your heating bills. With a few simple adjustments and maintenance tips, you can keep your home warm and your wallet happy this season.
Here are five proven ways to cut heating bills this autumn without splashing out on a brand-new boiler.
Most boilers are set higher than they need to be. If your flow temperature (the heat sent to your radiators) is set to 70–80°C, try lowering it to around 60°C.
You’ll still heat your home effectively.
Your boiler will run more efficiently, using less gas.
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If your radiators are warm at the bottom but cold at the top, they’re full of trapped air. This makes your heating system work harder and costs you money.
Use a radiator key to release the trapped air.
Always check your boiler pressure after bleeding radiators (should be around 1–1.5 bar).
A five-minute job can make your heating system far more efficient.
Smart thermostats like Hive or Nest can learn your routine and automatically reduce heating when you’re not home. Even better, you can control them from your phone.
Heat only the rooms you use.
Schedule heating around your lifestyle.
Save up to 10–12% on annual heating bills.
Even the best heating system can’t compete with draughts. Common culprits in Scarborough homes include:
Gaps around windows and doors
Unsealed floorboards
Uninsulated loft hatches
DIY draught-proofing strips are cheap, easy to install and they’ll make your home feel warmer instantly.
A poorly maintained boiler works harder to heat your home, costing you more in gas. An annual service will:
Improve efficiency
Spot small problems before they become expensive repairs
Keep your system safe for the winter ahead
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By lowering boiler temperatures, bleeding radiators, adding a smart thermostat, draught-proofing, and booking a boiler service, you can make real savings this autumn without replacing your boiler.
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