Heating
Heating guidance for more efficient homes
Explore heating calculators, practical upgrade pathways, and clear guidance for comparing electric heating, heat pumps, controls, emitters, and running costs.
Start with demand, not just the heat source
The best heating decisions usually begin with insulation, room-by-room comfort needs, and a realistic view of running costs. This section is designed to help you understand direct electric heating, low-carbon upgrades, and where better controls or fabric improvements may shift the economics.
Quick route: check your current running costs first
Use the heater calculator as a baseline before comparing broader system changes.
Open heating calculator →Plan upgrades in a sensible order
Many homes benefit from a staged approach: reduce heat loss, improve controls, then compare replacement systems. That creates a lighter, more accurate brief before you talk to installers.
Tools and adjacent guidance
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Heating calculators
Jump straight into running-cost tools and early-stage comparisons.
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Efficiency upgrades
See where insulation, controls, and system design improve comfort first.
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Grant routes
Find support schemes that may reduce upfront upgrade costs.
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