Upgrading your entire heating system isn’t always necessary. In many cases, simply adding or upgrading your heating controls can help you save money and energy — especially during times of rising fuel costs. Modern central heating control systems allow you to manage your home’s temperature more efficiently, ensuring your boiler only runs when and where it’s needed.
Current building regulations require all new boiler installations to be high-efficiency models. However, you’ll get the maximum benefit from your high-efficiency boiler by pairing it with the right heating controls. These devices help regulate when your heating turns on and off, and at what temperature it operates.
Even if you already have an A-rated boiler, leaving it running all day wastes fuel and money. A smart heating control system gives you complete control over your heating schedule and preferred room temperatures, improving both comfort and efficiency.
Modern wireless thermostats and heating timers make managing your heating simple and flexible. You can program them to switch your heating on or off at specific times or even control them remotely via the internet or your smartphone.
For example, if you’re away and your partner comes home early, you can turn on the heating remotely — ensuring a warm, comfortable home without wasting energy all day.
Another great upgrade is a weather compensator. This smart device uses an outdoor temperature sensor — usually installed on the north-facing side of your home — to adjust your boiler’s water temperature automatically.
When the outdoor temperature drops, the system increases radiator heat to maintain comfort indoors. Likewise, when it’s warmer outside, it lowers the water temperature to save energy. This automatic adjustment keeps your home consistently comfortable without manual intervention, reducing fuel consumption and cutting energy costs.
Everyone has their own comfort preferences. A thermostatic radiator valve (TRV) allows you to control the heat in each room individually. TRVs automatically adjust the flow of hot water into the radiator based on the room’s temperature.
Building regulations now require TRVs on all new systems (except bathrooms and the room with the main thermostat). This feature ensures optimal comfort and efficiency across your entire home.
If you have a large home or multiple floors, a heating zone valve can provide even greater control. Connected to a central programmer, a zone valve lets you heat specific areas while keeping others off. For example, during the day, you can heat only the ground floor while leaving the upstairs cooler, saving significant energy.
By upgrading your heating controls, you can:
Reduce heating costs and energy waste
Improve comfort and temperature control
Lower your carbon footprint
Extend your boiler’s lifespan
Gain smarter control through mobile apps and automation
At Plumbers Leicester, we specialise in installing and upgrading energy-efficient heating controls. Our qualified engineers have the right tools and experience to help you save money and make your home more eco-friendly.
Upgrading your heating controls doesn’t have to cost a fortune, but it can deliver long-term savings and environmental benefits. Less energy use means less reliance on fossil fuels — and a smaller contribution to global warming.
Contact Plumbers Leicester today to learn how upgrading your heating controls can make your home more efficient, comfortable, and sustainable.