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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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 homeStay 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 trickNew 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 costKnowing 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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How much does a replacement boiler cost?Time to replace a boiler? These are the things you need to know before you invest
By Luke Edwards
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When to replace a boiler – signs it's time to buy a new oneIs 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 alternativeAn 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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Experts warn of heat pump installation issues leaving engineers dividedAn 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 technologyPromotional 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 nowWe 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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How much does moving a boiler cost? An expert breakdown on what to budgetFind out how much moving your boiler will set you back and why it's well worth the investment
By Rachel Homer
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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 GrantThe 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 summerBoiler 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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Five signs your boiler is about to break - don't get caught out this winter with a huge repair billIs 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' heatingCould 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 serviceBOXT 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 2050How will it affect you?
By Rebecca Knight
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There’s a new way to buy a boiler and get it installed next day – but would you do it?Select and order your boiler with online service BOXT
By Michela Colling
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Which? has just crowned THIS boiler brand the most reliable for the 10th timeDon't live in fear of a cold shower this winter
By Rebecca Knight
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Could your boiler be putting your families lives at risk?Is your boiler check-up over due?
By Rebecca Knight
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Could heating your home all-year-round actually save you money?See how leaving the heating on during the summer is be more cost-effective than you think
By Tamara Kelly
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How to fix or replace a boiler and look after it over the winter monthsOctober is just around the corner, so make sure you and your family stay warm with these top tips
By Chris Haslam

