Do you want to reduce heating costs in the family budget, while maintaining a pleasant temperature at home? So you should know when it is effective to turn off the radiators at home.
Heating is one of the highest items in the overall household budget. If you are thinking about how to save effectively, you should focus primarily on the correct temperature regulation in individual rooms. One possible way to reduce heating costs is to switch off the radiators at certain hours.
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At night
One option is to turn off the radiators during the night. Our body is protected by blankets, thus maintaining a pleasant temperature in its surroundings, and therefore there is no need to maintain high temperatures throughout the house. So you can lower the temperature on the thermostat by a few degrees. The optimal temperature for sleep is between 16 and 18 °C.
During absence
It is also possible to reduce the temperature of the radiators when you leave the house and are at work and the children are at school and at clubs. This also applies to when you leave for the weekend. At this time there is no reason to keep the heating at full capacity. Modern thermostats allow you to set time schedules that adapt to your daily routine.
In unused rooms
The solution is also to switch off radiators in rooms that you do not normally use, or where you spend time only occasionally. These are, for example, rooms for guests, where it is not necessary to heat at full intensity.
At the time of ventilation
The radiators can also be switched off when you engage in intensive ventilation. Thanks to this, precious heat will not escape from your apartment unnecessarily. And what are other useful tips for efficient heating?
Thermostatic heads
The use of thermostatic heads on radiators makes it possible to regulate the temperature in individual rooms according to specific needs. Investing in quality heads will pay off quickly in the form of energy savings.
Sealing of windows and doors
Well-sealed windows and doors prevent heat from escaping and keep your home well-heated. So it pays to invest in sealing tapes. You can also consider replacing old windows with new ones that are more energy efficient.
Use of natural resources
During the day, when the sun is shining, do not use curtains or blinds, the heat from outside will contribute to the partial heating of your interior. On the contrary, use them during the night when it will be kept inside.
Regular boiler and radiator maintenance
If you want to save money on heating, also keep the heating system in good condition with regular and careful maintenance. Clean and properly functioning equipment consumes less energy and provides higher thermal comfort.
Follow the offers of energy suppliers
Don’t neglect to regularly monitor the offer of different energy suppliers and always choose the most advantageous one in the long run.
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