The first of October is "central heating day", when many people switch on their radiators for the winter. Central heating is just another mod-con of contemporary living, but it's done much more than ...

THE HUMAN body is more sensitive to the temperature of surrounding surfaces than it is to air temperature. We find hot still air 'stuffy'. This is why, in cold weather, comfort is more easily achieved ...

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With over 10 years’ experience writing about consumer affairs, Sarah leads on energy content at Which?, helping customers navigate the market and exposing poor practice. Nearly every household in the ...

More than two million households plan to avoid using central heating this winter As the temperature drops, making sure your heating system is functioning correctly becomes crucial. If your property ...

Setting your radiator valves and thermostat up inefficiently can cause unwanted costs. Here's how to get a handle on your heating controls A veteran consumer advocate with over two decades of rigorous ...