Keeping your home warm shouldn’t mean watching your energy bills climb. With winter approaching, now is the perfect time to explore small, simple changes — as well as long-term improvements — that can make your home more efficient, comfortable and cost-effective to run.

Here are some smart energy-saving tips from the team at RFW Heating, plus guidance on how to keep your boiler working at its best.

1. Lower Your Combi Boiler Flow Temperature

If you have a combi boiler, reducing the flow temperature to around 60°C can help it operate more efficiently. Many boilers are set far higher than necessary, so lowering it slightly can improve performance without affecting comfort.

2. Wash Clothes at 30°C

Modern detergents are designed to work at low temperatures, meaning you can clean clothes just as effectively at 30°C instead of 40°C — and use less energy with every wash.

3. Switch Appliances Off at the Socket

Devices left on standby still consume energy. Turning appliances, TVs, chargers and consoles off at the wall is an easy way to prevent unnecessary energy use throughout the day.

4. Close Curtains & Blinds in the Evening

Keeping curtains and blinds closed when temperatures drop helps retain heat, making your home more comfortable and reducing the load on your heating system.
If you have radiators beneath windows, ensure curtains don’t cover them while the heating is on.

5. Reduce Tumble Dryer Use

Tumble dryers are among the most expensive household appliances to run. Drying clothes on an airer, when possible, can save energy — especially if your home is already warm and dry.

6. Turn Down Radiators in Unused Rooms

If there are rooms you don’t use daily, turn the radiator valves down to a low setting. This avoids heating empty spaces while still preventing the room from getting too cold.

7. Consider Using a Smart Meter

Smart meters allow you to see exactly how much energy you’re using in real time. This makes it easier to identify high-usage appliances and manage your budget during the winter months.

Boiler Care: Your Biggest Winter Energy Saver

Your boiler is the heart of your home’s heating system — and keeping it in good condition can make a significant difference to your energy use.

8. Book Your Annual Boiler Service

An annual boiler service ensures that your system is operating safely, efficiently and reliably. During winter, your boiler works harder than at any other time of year, so a pre-winter check can help prevent breakdowns and reduce running costs.

At RFW Heating, our Gas Safe engineers inspect, clean and test your boiler to ensure it’s running at peak performance.

9. Is It Time for a New Boiler?

If your boiler is:

Over 10–15 years old
Becoming increasingly unreliable
Struggling to heat your home
Costing more to run each year

…it may be time to think about upgrading.

Modern high-efficiency Worcester Bosch boilers use less energy while keeping your home consistently warm. A new boiler can also improve your home’s EPC rating.

10. Bleed Your Radiators

If your radiators have cold spots, they may contain trapped air. Bleeding them helps your system heat more evenly and efficiently, reducing strain on your boiler.

11. Insulate Your Hot Water Tank & Pipes

If you have a hot water cylinder, insulating it — along with exposed pipework — helps reduce heat loss and keep water hotter for longer. This is a quick improvement that delivers long-term savings.

Looking to Improve Your Home’s Energy Efficiency?

At RFW Heating, our team of qualified engineers are here to help with:

Boiler servicing & repairs
New Worcester Bosch boiler installations
Heating system upgrades
Smart thermostat installation
Radiator replacements & system balancing
Electrical efficiency improvements

Whether you’d like advice, a free quote, or help choosing the right option for your home, we’re just a call away.

📞 02380 407777

📩 info@rfwheating.co.uk

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