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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Electric underfloor heating: all the pros and cons explained
Discover whether a dry underfloor heating system is the right solution for keeping your floors warm
By Rebecca Foster
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Air source heat pump disadvantages and problems
Air source heat pumps cut our reliance on fossil fuels and exposure to skyrocketing energy bills, but beware these common disadvantages and problems
By Caramel Quin
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Considering a ground source heat pump? The disadvantages and problems to know about
Ground source heat pump disadvantages explained. They cut our reliance on fossil fuels, but they’re not right for all
By Caramel Quin
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How much do heat pumps cost and are they worth it? Experts explain what you need to know
Heat pump cost explained. Is it worth it in the long term? We give you the low down...
By Caramel Quin
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How old is my boiler? Three simple ways to find out
Figuring out how old your boiler is is easy when you know how. Just follow our guide...
By Amy Hunt
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Heat pumps vs gas boilers - which is better and why?
Modern eco-friendly heat pump or potentially more affordable classic gas boiler? Picking the right one could save you money and help the environment
By Luke Edwards
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Central heating - everything you need to know about heating your home
Stay warm and save money this winter with our essential guide to central heating
By Katie Sims
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Save £112 without touching the thermostat with this hidden boiler trick
New research reveals the setting you should be changing on your combi boiler to save money without turning off the heating
By Rebecca Knight
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How much is a boiler service? And the five things that can affect the cost
Knowing how much does a boiler service cost is vital – and there are a few ways to lower the price…
By Amy Hunt
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When to replace a boiler – signs it's time to buy a new one
Is your central heating system working too hard to warm your home?
By Rachel Homer
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Boiler grants – are you eligible for a free or reduced boiler?
Save money on your boiler and potentially even claim a free one with this boiler grants guide
By Luke Edwards
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Heat pump grants – what help is available in the UK?
If you're considering switching your heating system here is everything you need to know about heat pump grants
By Caramel Quin
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Ground source heat pumps - why it's worth considering this heating alternative
An expert guide to everything you need to know about ground source heat pumps, so you can decide if one is right for you
By Caramel Quin
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A guide to air source heat pumps - the cost-effective green alternative to boilers
These green alternatives to the traditional boiler could be the key to lower bills and a more planet-friendly home
By Caramel Quin
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Experts warn of heat pump installation issues leaving engineers divided
An army of heating engineers will be needed to meet the government's targets of 600,000 heat pump installations every year by 2028
By Millie Hurst
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Add ease and warmth to your home with brand new boiler technology
Promotional feature with Navien
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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What is the Government’s Boiler Upgrade Scheme?
We explain the new financial incentive for installing a cleaner heating system in your home
By Millie Hurst
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Best boiler cover deals available right now
We look at how boiler cover works when your boiler breaks down and some of the best boiler cover deals available if you decide it’s right for you
By Cathy Hudson
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Expert warning: installing heat pumps may mean you'll need brand-new radiators
Excited about the heat pumps grant? There may be additional costs, including new radiators, expert warns
By Anna Cottrell
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Homeowners could be given £7,000 to replace their gas boilers thanks to Clean Heat Grant
The Government is offering grants to encourage homeowners to choose eco alternatives
By Millie Hurst
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Homeowners warned of potential boiler dangers – why you shouldn’t ignore your boiler during the summer
Boiler faults not only increase your energy bills but are a risk to your health, experts warn
By Anna Cottrell
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Gas boilers could be banned from 2025 - what does this mean for energy bills and the environment?
Is an electric boiler the answer to the environmental crisis – and your high energy bills? Here's what experts think
By Anna Cottrell
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Installing a new boiler will add value to a home – you'll be impressed by how much
Getting a new boiler is not just good for your energy bills – it will add thousands to the value of your property when the time comes to sell
By Anna Cottrell
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Five signs your boiler is about to break - don't get caught out this winter with a huge repair bill
Is your boiler showing any of these five signs? Check now and save yourself a fortune fixing it
By Fraser Simpson
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The savvy reason many households are ditching radiators – and getting 'better' heating
Could this new system change the way we heat and cool our homes forever?
By Tamara Kelly
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You can now get a boiler installed the next day as part of a new COVID-19 SOS service
BOXT unveils its new boiler installation measures to protect against the spread of coronavirus
By Rebecca Knight
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Ofgem reveals plans to remove gas central boilers from all households by 2050
How will it affect you?
By Rebecca Knight


