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How to Use Boiler Thermostats and Controls

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Boiler Thermostats and Controls Thermostats and temperature controls not only make it easier to use your boiler, they can also help you lower your heating bill. Plus, time and temperature controls are also integral to modern central heating systems thanks to Boiler Plus legislation. There is quite a bit of confusion regarding the operation of central heating controls, particularly because of the multitude of types and models made available. From boiler timers to programmable thermostats, we have listed some of the most common heating controls and what usage they can perform for you. What are the benefits of central heating controls A variety of boiler temperature controls exist, each with its own beneficial traits. It's important to learn the differences and how they benefit your home. Lower energy bills Smaller carbon footprint Only heat rooms or areas that need warming up rather than the whole property Schedule the heating to come on when you need it and turn off when y

What is a Ground Source Heat Pump System?

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A ground source heat pump takes advantage of the heat in the ground to provide your home with reliable heating and hot water. Temperatures underground remain between 10 and 15 degrees Celsius regardless of the time of year, so the system can be utilized all year round. How ground source heat pumps work Ground-source heat pumps are composed of 3 different components that work together to transfer heat from the ground into living quarters. Ground loop This is a pipe hidden underground, usually underground in the garden, either in a trench or a vertical burrow. A trench goes 2 meters below ground level, while boreholes are drilled deeper down to between 15 and 150 meters. More heat can be retrieved from the ground with longer loops, but available real estate will determine the most suitable area for the extraction of underground heat. The mixture going around these pipes will be both water and antifreeze. The natural heat from below is absorbed by the fluid, which then goes by way o