Heating
Huge bills leaving you cold? Our heating advice explores the different ways to heat your home and save money. As well as traditional boilers and stoves, we explore sustainable options such as heat pumps and solar panels
Heating
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This is how long your oil-filled radiator should last, according to the pros
Plus how you can make it last longer
By Sarah Handley
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I asked the pros whether smart electric heaters are actually worth it
I'm not surprised by the answer
By Sarah Handley
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Where is the best place to put an electric heater in a room?
A badly positioned electric heater will never heat a room effectively
By Natasha Brinsmead
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Thought all oil-filled radiators were old-fashioned? Not anymore
These modern options offer a far more stylish heating solution
By Natasha Brinsmead
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I’ve tried both oil-filled radiators and electric heaters — this is how they really differ
They're both portable and powered by electricity, but that's where the similarities end
By Sarah Handley
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Is an oil-filled radiator suitable for a large room?
Experts say they can be, provided you get this one thing right when buying one
By Sarah Handley
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5 ways to make your oil-filled radiator more efficient
Use these tips to avoid wasting energy
By Sarah Handley
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Experts are urging people to avoid these 4 popular social media heating hacks, warning they will do more harm than good
Just because you've seen it on Facebook doesn't meant it's a good idea...
By Kezia Reynolds
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If you want a smart heater that works in every room of your home, then this might be ideal
The Mill WiFi Max 1500W portable heater will work just as well in your living room as your bathroom
By Sarah Handley
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Have you tried 'zoned heating'? Heating experts are recommending this easy and efficient method to keep your home warm in winter
If you're looking to keep your energy costs down this is what you need to try
By Kezia Reynolds
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Lidl’s bladless fan heater is more than £300 cheaper than Dyson – it’s perfect for helping you beat the freeze this January
With Storm Goretti on the horizon, now is the best time to snap up these affordable heating buys
By Kezia Reynolds
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6 signs your heating system is crying out for a service
Experts say it’s best not to wait until you spot them before doing the essential maintenance
By Sarah Handley
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Are electric heaters cheaper to run than central heating? Here's a few things you should know
Experts break down the more cost-effective way to heat your home this winter
By Katie Sims
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What is the cheapest electric heater to run?
I’ve compared all of the options, and this one is undoubtedly the most affordable
By Jullia Joson
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This is how much it *really* costs to run an oil-filled radiator – and 5 ways to make that price even cheaper
This affordable and portable heating option could be the answer to your winter woes
By Lauren Bradbury
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I’ve done the sums and worked out how much it costs to run an electric heater – and how to bring that number down
This is how much it *really* costs to ‘heat the human, not the home’
By Rachel Ogden
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5 signs your boiler is about to stop working this winter
Tackle them now to make sure you're not left in the cold
By Natasha Brinsmead
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4 reasons your home has hot and cold spots and what you can do about it
Temperature fluctuations will wreak havoc on your home comfort
By Sarah Handley
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7 ways I'm trying to keep my 110-year old house warm
I don't want to rely on the central heating all day, so I'm embracing these old-school methods to stay toasty
By Natasha Brinsmead
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Nobody told me there's a specific order your should bleed your radiators in
I've been doing it wrong for years without realising, and I bet I'm not alone
By Sarah Handley
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The 5 things people with always warm homes have – beat the chill and stock up on these essentials
Quick fixes that you could add in under an hour
By Holly Reaney
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8 simple things I do to make my old house feel warmer once winter hits
Once the cold season arrives my Edwardian cottage can be a chilly place to spend time – here are the eight easy things I do keep it feeling cosy and warm
By Natasha Brinsmead
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7 ways you've been using your thermostat wrong
These thermostat mistakes are costing you money, according to the pros
By Sarah Handley
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How many hours a day should your heating be on right now?
I asked the pros for a heating schedule that hits the sweet spot between warmth and efficiency
By Sarah Handley
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Best electric heaters, tried and tested
These 8 buys are my top picks for heating the room you’re in
By Sarah Handley
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4 methods I use to keep my open plan layout warm in winter
These are the tricks I've found to work
By Natasha Brinsmead
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Homeowners urged to check hot water bottles expiry date now – you could be putting your family at risk if you don’t
You need to carry out this important check before you next fill your hot water bottle
By Kezia Reynolds


