A condensing boiler 'could save money'

Article date : 09/11/2009

 

Written by Jasper Cullen

As the recession puts increasing pressure on the housing market, more homeowners may be considering staying put rather than looking for a new property to buy.

However, those who live in older properties may find that their home is not as efficient as it could be, leading to a higher carbon footprint and increasing energy bills.

With this in mind, the Guardian asserts that carrying out a retrofit of a home may be advisable.

The newspaper recommends that Britons make investing in a condensing boiler to replace an older model of gas boiler a priority.

"Replacing it with an A-rated condensing boiler, with a good thermostat, could cut your heating bills by as much as £235 a year and save 1,300kg of carbon," the article explains.

Further steps which could give central heating systems a boost include lowering the thermostat by one degree Celsius to lower annual gas bills by a further £55.

When arranging to have a new boiler fitted Britons should contact a boiler engineer who is Gas Safe registered.

 

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