Heating and Cooling
Heating and Cooling advice from the experts at Ideal Home, including tips, tricks and advice and detailed how-tos.
Heating and Cooling
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Renovating in 2026? Why a heat pump should be on your checklistSponsored by E.ON Next
Get your heating right from day one
By Ideal Home
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Is it time to ditch the boiler? How E.ON Next's heat pumps could lower your energy costsSponsored by E.ON Next
Modernise your heating system by switching to an energy-efficient heat pump
By Ideal Home
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Reduce your household emissions: how a heat pump could helpSponsored by E.ON Next
A heat pump could be the ideal solution for those wanting to cut their carbon footprint
By Ideal Home
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What are heat pumps and are they worth installing?Sponsored by E.ON Next
Upgrade your gas boiler to an energy efficient alternative
By Ideal Home
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How do I know if a heat pump is right for my home?7 questions to ask yourself or a professional
By Natasha Brinsmead
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Have the rules around log burners changed?I’m a heating expert, and this is what you should know about potential legislative updates
By Sarah Handley
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A heat pump won’t work at my house, but these are the alternatives I’m consideringThere's a promising sustainable option that I'm very interested in
By Amy Reeves
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Are woodburning stoves going to be banned in the UK?This is what the experts told me about the rumours
By Sarah Handley
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I thought replacing my boiler would be time-consuming and complicated - but with BOXT, it only took about 20 minutes of my timeRead my review of the BOXT boiler installation service
By Lauren Bradbury
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Ultimate guide to underfloor heatingPros reveal what you need to know about turning your floor into a heat emitter
By Sarah Handley
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This is how to determine what size log burner you needPros explain how to get the heat output right, and reveal what can happen if you get it wrong
By Sarah Handley
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3 places you should never install underfloor heating according to expertsPlus the spots where you should proceed with caution
By Sarah Handley
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What does underfloor heating run off? These are the heat source options that work, and the one that experts agree is the bestEverything you need to know
By Sarah Handley
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Ignoring log burner ventilation requirements is a huge mistakeExperts explain why it’s crucial to get it right, and the consequences if you don't
By Sarah Handley
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Wet vs electric underfloor heating – are you making a huge mistake fitting one over the other?This is what the heating pros say the right choice depends on
By Sarah Handley
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I applied for log burner building regs myself — this is what all homeowners need to knowIt's crucial you get it right
By Natasha Brinsmead
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3 reasons I regret not putting underfloor heating in my home officeIt’s definitely moving up my priority list
By Sarah Handley
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I thought it would be a bad idea to put a log burner in a conservatoryBut heating experts say it could be key to a cosy garden room in winter
By Sarah Handley
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How to tell if underfloor heating is a good idea in your homeExperts explain the real pros and cons all homeowners should know
By Sarah Handley
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6 floorcoverings that work really well with underfloor heatingAnd the ones that should be avoided at all costs
By Sarah Handley
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6 lessons I learned when installing my own log burnerAnd why you should think twice before doing the same
By Natasha Brinsmead
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I really love our log burning stove – but I so wish I'd known these 5 things before installing itMake sure you know exactly what to expect before splashing out
By Natasha Brinsmead
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Using air con to heat your home in winter can side step planning red tapeI’ve checked what the legislation actually says
By Sarah Handley
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Think air con is just for summer? Think again – it could be key to reducing your heating bills over the winterIt’s a common misconception that air con is just for summer
By Sarah Handley
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I get it, this might sound ludicrous, but there are 4 compelling reasons now is the ideal time to install air conditioningTurns out it's not as unreasonable as it sounds
By Sarah Handley
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This is the one regret I have about installing air conditioning at homeHindsight is a wonderful thing
By Sarah Handley
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3 summer boiler mistakes that are making your home too hot and how to fix them according to heating expertsThese simple mistake could be the reason your house feels stuffy
By Kezia Reynolds


