When should you turn the heating off?
As temperatures climb, it can be tempting to turn off the heating to save on energy costs. But when is the right time? Saga Magazine explores different heating systems and saving money.
The big debate
With the well-known ups and downs of British weather, the spring time is often when many households are making the decision of when to turn off their boiler. Saga Magazine has called in the help of experts, referencing the research from our Your Perfect Match campaign, which found that 74% of households battle about when to turn the heating on or off... amongst some other home heating quarrels!
What did the experts say?
The standard recommendation is to wait until temperatures consistently reach 15°C or higher during the day, without plummeting overnight. However there is no one size-fits all answer - it will depend on the type of heating system you have and your home. Read the full article to find out the guidance for traditional gas boilers, heat pumps and electric heating.