Whilst we might be nearing the end of winter meteorologically, temperatures across the UK aren’t rising anytime soon. And with rising energy costs, many households are trying to strike an almost impossible balance between heating their homes and keeping bills low.
But according to boiler experts at My Home Improvements, there’s a simple, free trick, that can keep you warm without seeing a spike in your bills. The key lies in adjusting your boiler’s flow temperature.
The majority of modern boilers are factory-set to run at a much higher temperature than necessary, meaning they use more energy than needed to heat your home.
By lowering the flow temperature – which controls the temperature of the water circulating through your radiators – to between 55 and 60°C, your boiler will work more efficiently, preventing unnecessary energy waste.
Subsequently, this keeps heat circulating for longer, maintaining a steady and comfortable temperature, and reduces cycling, which prevents the boiler from constantly turning on and off, extending its lifespan.
This simple adjustment is commonly used by hotels to ensure rooms stay warm without excessive energy costs.
Making this change takes less than a minute and requires no special tools. All you need to do is follow these simple steps:
- Check your boiler settings – Locate the flow temperature dial or digital control panel.
- Adjust the temperature – If it’s above 70°C, turn it down to 55-60°C.
- Monitor your comfort level – Your radiators will still get hot, but your boiler will run more efficiently, keeping heat consistent throughout your home.
A heating expert said: “Many people don’t realise that their boiler could be running too hot, wasting energy and money without making their home any warmer.
“Hotels have been using this trick for years to keep rooms warm while controlling costs, and homeowners can do exactly the same. Adjusting the flow temperature to 55-60°C is a simple change that takes less than a minute but can make a real difference to comfort and efficiency.”