With the UK expected to slide further into recession this year, many of us are looking for innovative ways to reduce our expenditure - and one of the best ways to cut monthly outlays while improving your environmental record is to consider alternative forms of home heating. Here are some of the options available to those on a budget.

The good old-fashioned method

It wasn't long ago that most homes in the UK were heated only through log-burning fireplaces. If you live in a milder area of the country and are keen to save cash, consider using your fireplace to supplement your central heating system. Increase the amount of heat that your fire gives out by adding fireplace inserts to improve efficiency, and minimise your environmental impact by buying from an urban harvester.

Use a wood stove

More effective than a fireplace due to its design and centralised position, wood stoves can be used as a low-cost method of heating small homes. If you're keen to avoid high installation costs, go for a cheaper option such as a pellet stove.

Consider a radiant heating system

If your goal is to save more money in the long term then think about radiant heating. One of the greenest and most economical systems of home heating on the market, this can save you up to forty per cent on your heating bills once installed. Be aware, however, that the installation process is neither cheap nor hassle free.

Go green

In general, the greenest ways of heating your home are also the cheapest in the long run. Popular green methods include biodiesel heating, ground source heat pumps and solar heating systems. If you're thinking about installing an environmentally friendly heating system then you may be able to request a grant from the government, and you will almost certainly save money in the long run.

Small savers

There are plenty of ways to save on your utilities without changing your heating system altogether. Consider insulating and inserting reflective panels behind your radiators, as well as turning down your thermostat and wearing warmer clothing in the house. You could even consider shopping around for cheaper deals on your utility bills - check out price comparison websites and review the plans offered by major electricity companies like British Gas.

Author: Lex Braxtor

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British Gas offers a range of gas boilers and designer radiators with great looks and performance to match.


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