Expert has revealed the best time to think about switching the heating off. (Image: Getty)
High costs and squeezes on other household bills mean many Britons have taken to monitoring their heating usage closely.
Switching it on and off based on the weather and temperature outside is one way to make significant savings, and as the warmer weather rolls in millions of Brits will be thinking about turning it off completely.
Gordon Wallis, a renewable heating specialist at , suggests the .
“This date, coupled with rising spring temperatures, strikes the perfect balance between comfort and cost savings,” he said.
“With prices remaining a concern for many households, knowing when to turn off your heating can make a big difference to your bills.
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Wallis recommends a phased approach. (Image: Getty)
“The transition to British Summer Time often signals the start of warmer days, reducing the need for central heating.”
Wallis recommends “gradually lowering your thermostat by 1C each week as temperatures improve”, rather than abruptly turning it off.
“Not only does this help ease the transition to warmer weather, but it can also reduce your heating costs by up to 10% for every degree lowered,” he explained.
Turning off your heating prematurely can also cause various issues like “damp, mould and even frozen pipes” which can lead to expensive repairs.
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“Keeping your home at a consistent, safe temperature until conditions improve is a practical way to protect both your property and your energy budget,” the expert says.
He also issued a warning to families using heating oil, saying: “If you use heating oil, it’s worth planning your usage to coincide with milder weather.
“By the time spring arrives, you can reduce or turn off your heating, which not only conserves your supply but also saves on the cost of topping up when prices are often at their peak during colder months.”
Stephen Day from that could bring huge savings in the long run.