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Is it time to move from gas heating?
Heating Your Home: Systems, Costs & What’s Changing in the UK.
Heating is at the heart of every home. It affects your comfort, your energy bills, and increasingly, your home’s environmental impact. We have relied on gas for many years. Is it time to change?
Use the guides below to explore each option in more detail.
Lets start with Gas Heating.
Gas boilers remain the most common heating system in UK homes. They provide fast, responsive heat and are generally cheaper to run than electric systems, at least for now.
However, gas is a fossil fuel, and the UK is gradually moving away from it as part of net zero targets.
Electric Heating.
Electric systems include storage heaters, panel heaters, and direct electric boilers. They are simple to install and useful in certain property types, especially flats or homes without gas.
The challenge is cost, electricity is typically more expensive per kWh than gas, which can lead to higher running costs unless carefully managed.
Biomass Heating.
Biomass boilers burn wood pellets or logs to provide heat. They can be a good option for rural or off-gas properties, particularly where renewable fuel sources are accessible.
Read more about biomass systems (Coming Soon)
Renewable Heating (Heat Pumps)
Heat pumps are becoming a key part of the UK’s heating future. They use electricity to extract heat from the air or ground and can be highly efficient when installed correctly.
How Heat is Delivered in Your Home.
The heating system is only part of the picture, how heat is delivered makes a big difference to comfort and efficiency.
Radiators.
The most common heat emitters in UK homes. They work well with gas boilers but may need upgrading (larger sizes) for lower-temperature systems like heat pumps.
Learn about radiator systems (Coming Soon)
Underfloor Heating.
Provides even, consistent heat across a room and works particularly well with heat pumps due to its lower operating temperature.
Warm Air / Blown Air Systems.
Less common in the UK, these systems distribute heat through ducts and vents. They can heat spaces quickly but are less widely used in modern homes, can be used with heat pump systems.
Find out about warm air heating (Coming Soon)
- How each system works
- What it costs to run
- What’s involved in installation
- Whether it’s suitable for your home
Gas vs Electricity: What You Need to Know.
One of the biggest questions homeowners face is the cost difference between gas and electricity.
- Gas is currently cheaper per unit (kWh) than electricity.
- Electricity is cleaner at the point of use and increasingly powered by renewables.
- Heat pumps can offset higher electricity costs through efficiency (using less energy overall).
The Benefits of Moving Away from Gas.
- Lower carbon emissions.
- Access to government grants and incentives.
- Future-proofing your home against policy changes.
- Potential for improved efficiency with the right setup.
- No standing charges on gas if meter removed. (around £200 per year)
The Pitfalls to Watch Out For.
Moving away from gas without proper planning can lead to:
- Higher running costs.
- Poor heating performance.
- Incorrect system sizing.
- Compatibility issues with existing radiators or insulation.
This is especially common when systems are installed without considering the whole property.
Before changing your heating system, it’s essential to consider:
Getting these right ensures your heating system, whether gas, electric, or renewable, performs as it should.
There’s no single “best” system-only what’s best for your property, your budget,your energy limitation and your long-term plans.
