Taking time to assess your heating requirements for the months ahead makes sound economic sense, especially with the spiralling costs of many fuels.
There is nothing quite like a cosy warm home to offset the effects of the long, cold winter months and nowadays consumers are spoiled for choice regarding the methods of heating they decide to use, and the steps they take to ensure their homes are adequately prepared for the cold weather.
Taking time to assess your heating requirements for the months ahead makes sound economic sense, especially with the relentless spiralling costs of most fuels. In an ideal world, all home owners should have a BER certificate which could offer some solutions to energy problems, and thereby save a lot of expense on heating bills.
A Building Energy Rating Cert is an indication of the energy performance of a home. The certificate is accompanied by an Advisory Report which identifies how energy performance in the home can be improved.
BER is the calculated energy used for space, and hot water heating, ventilation and lighting, based on standard occupancy. Nowadays, a BER is compulsory on all homes offered for sale or rent. It is also required before a new home is occupied for the first time.
Individual taste dictates the type of heating chosen by home owners. Statistics indicate that much-loved open fires are the least economical because a large percentage of the heat goes straight up the chimney. It is advisable to keep the fireplace