Fit thermostatic radiator valves and a programmable thermostat
Thermostatic valves let each room keep its own temperature and usually pay for themselves in under two years; a programmable thermostat handles the day and night schedule.
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Thermostatic valves keep each room at its own temperature, so bedrooms and hallways stay cooler while the living room is warm. Suggested settings are about 20 °C (valve setting 3) in the living room, kitchen and study, and 16 to 18 °C (setting 2 to 2.5) in bedrooms. In the room with the thermostat, open the valve fully.
Choose a room thermostat with at least two programmes, one for the day and one for the night, and place it in the living room. A smart thermostat that heats according to when you are home suits irregular schedules or anyone who finds programming difficult.
Details
| Impact | Not rated · The cited sources don't give a size for this saving, so we don't guess. How we rate impact |
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| Payback time | Usually under 2 years · according to Vlaamse overheid (vlaanderen.be). Depends on energy prices and your home. |
| Estimated saving | The Flemish government says thermostatic valves usually earn back their extra cost in less than two years. (confidence: medium) |
| Who acts | You (owner) |
| Needs landlord's agreement | No |
| Type | Action |
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Sources
- Verwarmingstips (in Dutch) · Vlaamse overheid (vlaanderen.be) (official source) · checked on