Due to the current economic climate and the ongoing energy crisis, homeowners up and down the country are considering ways in which they can reduce the amount of money they spend on their bills, with some not turning on the heating on at all! The cost of living continues to rise which ultimately is causing much worry and anxiety as we enter the colder months.
However, there is no need to turn to such desperate measures and there are ways in which you can help to ensure that your boiler and central heating systems are working as efficiently as possible in order to cut costs. Ensuring that your heating system is in good working order before the really cold weather sets in can help reduce how much energy you use, and how much money you spend on heating every month. A big part of saving money is to look at your boiler efficiency – better boiler efficiency could help save you money in the long run.
As one of the most important appliances in our homes, ensuring the boiler is working efficiently is paramount to maximising the amount of warmth and heat it creates this winter. As leading experts in boiler installation in Essex, the team at Prime Gas has been helping customers and clients get the most out of their boilers and central heating for decades – in this article we’ll be sharing some of our insights on how to improve boiler efficiency during this difficult time.
What Does Boiler Efficiency Mean?
Simply put, the efficiency of your boiler means how effective your boiler is at heating up and providing hot water and warmth for your central heating system. As with all modern appliances, a new boiler will have an A-G rating indicating how efficient they are – with A classed as the best efficiency.
Its efficiency is how it utilises energy to provide the heat for your home– this is highlighted through a percentage of efficiency. Take this example – if your boiler had 90% efficiency, 10% of the energy it uses is lost. The rest of the 90% goes directly into the heating.
The more modern your boiler, the more efficient it will be. Newer models have a much higher efficiency rating – did you know that a very old boiler could have an efficiency as little as 60%. Think about how that could impact on your bills!
What Can I Do To Improve The Efficiency Of My Boiler?
The most important thing to bear in mind is to ensure that all the parts of your boiler are in good working order. If just one element isn’t working properly, it can cause a whole host of issues which could result in your boiler costing more to run.
We recommend getting your boiler serviced every year. That way you can ensure that your boiler is well maintained and that a professional will be able to spot any problems before they become much bigger issues. Plus if anything needs to be replaced or repaired this can be done and ultimately help improve the efficiency of how it runs on a day-to-day basis.
You can also consider getting your system power cleaned to remove any dirt or debris which could be blocking up the pipes within the system and affecting its efficiency.
Finally, if your boiler is very old, sometimes investing in a new boiler could be the best way to help reduce your bills.
Will Improving My Boilers Efficiency Reduce My Bills?
In a nutshell, a more efficient boiler will cost you less to use. This is because less energy is used to run it and you are not wasting energy heating it up or running it. The bottom line is this can help reduce your bills but you may have to invest in maintenance or a new boiler in order to see its impact.
