Heating

If you’re thinking of altering your home’s heating system, it can be difficult to know where to start. You may need to replace a boiler, install a radiator or undertake any number of other important jobs to improve the efficiency of your home's heating capabilities. 

Regardless of what needs doing, getting your heating sorted can prove a critical task – after all, it is our last line of defence against plummeting winter temperatures. To help get you started, we’ve produced this brief introduction on how to tackle your heating project as efficiently and affordably as possible. 

Some radiators, boilers, or stoves are considerably larger than others. For some, this won’t be an issue, but for others, it is a crucial point to consider. There is no real reason to invest in a large, expensive heating system if you live in a smaller home, as you’ll likely be wasting time, money, and fuel.  

It is important to work with the space available to you rather than against it, especially for those who live in smaller homes where space is that much more valuable. Take stock of your rooms before beginning any installations.

How many options do you have for placement? Are there any smaller nooks or crannies you can fit pipework? Will the radiator or stove take up more space than you have to spare? If so, are there smaller models that provide similar levels of efficiency? Think through your installation completely before making a purchase – after all, you will likely have to live with it for some time.  

Remember, if you are struggling with your project, unsure where to install a new radiator or perhaps which type of underfloor heating is best for your home, we would always recommend consulting an expert before proceeding further. 

When it comes to adding and repositioning components that make up your heating system, you will always be limited by the layout of your home. Water pipes, wires, and free space are all important things to consider whenever you’re planning out a room layout that involves a heating product or accessory. 

While heating systems are mostly designed for practical purposes, there is no denying the fact that they have a visual impact on pretty much any room they are placed in. This is why, particularly with items such as radiators and towel rails, you’ll want to pay close attention to the appearance of the products and be sure to compare them to the aesthetics you want out of the room you plan to place them in.  

There are plenty of radiators and other similar products designed to provide increased visual appeal alongside great performance and efficient operation. Some have been created for more traditional room types, while others are sleeker, more modern, and more simplistic in design. 

The bigger your heating system is and the more features it possesses, such as radiators and towel rails, the more maintenance is likely to be required throughout the years to ensure everything performs to its optimal capabilities and remains in good working order. Common maintenance tasks include getting your boilers serviced every year, bleeding your radiator and sweeping your chimney if you are planning to install a wood-burning stove.