Choosing a heating system

There is a range of different heating systems to suit all kinds of homes. If you are considering buying a heating system, you will need to choose a heating system to suit your household needs. There are a range of heating systems and fuel sources to choose from, with different purchase and running costs and energy efficiency levels. When making your choice, consider the following:

• How many people live in your home?
• How big is the size of the area you would like to heat:
  • a small space?
  • a whole room?
  • a few rooms?
  • the whole house?
• The features of the space:
  • is it draughty?
  • is it well insulated?
• What is the frequency and duration of the heating required? Does the space need to be heated:
  • all day everyday?
  • at particular times such as mornings and evenings?
• What fuel options do you have?
  • gas?
  • electricity?
  • solid fuels?
  • solar?
  • what is the availability of these fuels?
• What are the purchase, installation and long-term running costs?
• What are the energy efficiency ratings for the heating systems?
• What is the unit life expectancy?