Energy Saving

How can your plumbing and heating work to keep you warm and save you money? Find out below!

Energy Saving Services & Tips

  • A new boiler can save money and improve the Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of a home in several ways:

    * Energy efficiency: New boilers are more energy efficient than older models. They use less fuel to produce the same amount of heat, which can result in lower energy bills.

    * Improved performance: New boilers have more advanced technology and features, which can improve the overall performance of the heating system. This can result in more consistent and comfortable temperatures throughout the home.

    * Reduced maintenance: New boilers typically have a longer lifespan and require less maintenance than older models. This can save money on repairs and service calls.

    * Improved EPC rating: An EPC rating takes into account the energy efficiency of a home's heating system. Installing a new, more efficient boiler can result in a higher EPC rating, which can make the home more attractive to potential buyers or renters. text goes here

  • There’s more to a smart thermostat and smart radiator valves than just being able to ask Alexa or Google to turn the heating on!

    * Energy efficiency: Smart thermostats and TRVs allow you to easily control the temperature of your home, which can help to reduce energy consumption. For example, you can set the temperature to be lower when you're away from home, and then automatically increase it just before you come home.

    * Improved performance: Smart thermostats and TRVs can learn your habits and preferences over time, and will automatically adjust the temperature for you based on your usage patterns. This can save you time and energy in the long run, as the thermostat will learn your habits and adjust accordingly.

    * Reduced maintenance: Smart thermostats and TRVs typically have a longer lifespan and require less maintenance than older models. This can save money on repairs and service calls.

    * Convenience: With a smart thermostat, you can control the temperature in your home from anywhere, using your smartphone or other device. This means you can adjust the temperature before you get home, so you'll be comfortable as soon as you walk through the door.

  • Boiler Servicing is essential to the longevity of your boiler, but it also provides a number of other benefits that -

    * Safety: Servicing your boiler ensures that it is operating safely and that there are no potential hazards such as gas leaks or carbon monoxide emissions. This is essential for protecting the safety of your family and home.

    * Efficiency: Servicing your boiler can improve its efficiency and performance. A professional will check for any issues that may be affecting the boiler's ability to heat your home effectively, such as blockages or worn parts. This can help to reduce energy consumption and lower your heating costs.

    * Longevity: Regular servicing can extend the lifespan of your boiler by identifying and addressing any issues before they become major problems. This can save you money on costly repairs or replacements in the long run.

    * Warranty: Many boiler manufacturers require regular servicing in order to maintain the warranty on the boiler, servicing your boiler is important to keep your warranty valid.

    * Legal requirement: If you are a landlord and you have tenants in your property, it's a legal requirement to have your boiler serviced annually, to make sure it's safe and efficient.

  • Upgrading taps and showers in your house can have several benefits:

    * Water efficiency: Upgrading to low-flow showerheads and taps can help to reduce the amount of water you use, which can lower your water bill and help to conserve resources.

    * Comfort: Newer showerheads and taps can provide a better showering or bathing experience, with improved water pressure and temperature control.

    * Design: Upgrading your taps and showerheads can also improve the overall aesthetic of your bathroom, adding a modern and sleek look.

    * Energy savings: Some showerheads and taps come with flow restrictors which help to reduce the water flow and temperature, this can help to lower the energy consumption of your water heater.

    * Increased property value: Upgrading your taps and showerheads can add value to your property, making it more attractive to potential buyers or renters.

    * Replacement of open-systems with pressurised systems can also provide significant energy savings and improvements to comfort and quality of life to your home, hot water system.

  • Upgrading radiators in your home can have several benefits, including getting the best out of your new boiler or smart home system; it can often be cheaper than expected, especially if your system is ageing;

    * Energy efficiency: Upgrading to newer, more energy-efficient radiators can help to reduce energy consumption and lower your heating costs. These radiators are designed to heat up faster and retain heat for longer, which means you won't have to use as much energy to keep your home warm.

    * Improved performance: Newer radiators can also improve the overall performance of your heating system. They can provide more consistent and comfortable temperatures throughout your home, and may also be more responsive to changes in temperature, making your home more comfortable.

    * Design: Upgrading your radiators can also improve the overall aesthetic of your home, adding a modern and sleek look.

    * Increased property value: Upgrading your radiators can add value to your property, making it more attractive to potential buyers or renters.

    * Better heat distribution: Some newer radiators have better heat distribution capabilities, this means they can heat up a room faster and more evenly, which can make the room more comfortable.

  • If you’re planning a major renovation or upgrade in your home, installing underfloor heating in your home could have several benefits:

    * Energy efficiency: Underfloor heating systems are typically more energy efficient than traditional radiators, as they heat up the entire floor surface, which helps to distribute heat evenly and reduce heat loss. This can lower your energy consumption and lower your heating costs.

    * Comfort: Underfloor heating provides a more consistent and comfortable heat throughout the room, as the heat is emitted from the floor up, which creates a more natural and comfortable heat.

    * Design: Underfloor heating systems can be hidden away, which means they don't take up any valuable wall space, This can give you more design freedom and create a cleaner and more modern look in your home.

    * Increased property value: Installing underfloor heating can add value to your property, making it more attractive to potential buyers or renters.

    * Flexibility: Underfloor heating can be used in combination with other heating systems, such as radiators, which means you can have the best of both worlds. This can give you more control over the temperature and comfort of your home.

    * Health benefits: Underfloor heating can help to reduce the amount of dust and allergens in the air, as it doesn't stir up dust like traditional heating systems do.

Wynn’s Plumbing and Heating are able to provide expert advice and installation for all of the energy saving solutions provided above. Contact us today to discuss how we can help you improve your comfort, increase the value of your property, all whilst making a long-term, real saving on your Energy Bills