Heating time is here: This is how you save money and protect the environment!

Heating time is here: This is how you save money and protect the environment!

The heating season has begun and as temperatures drop in the morning and evening, many households in Stuttgart and the surrounding area are already turning on their heating. This season not only brings pleasant warmth, but also rising heating costs. The Rems-Murr energy agency has therefore published valuable tips to reduce energy consumption and enjoy a comfortable home at the same time. By implementing these tips, not only your wallet will benefit, but also the environment.

It is particularly important at the beginning of the heating season to optimally prepare the radiators. This includes cleaning the radiators to ensure efficient heat emission. The radiators should also not be blocked with furniture or curtains as this will affect the heating output. Leaky windows and doors are also a problem that leads to heat loss. To combat this, weatherstripping can be installed to help retain heat in the home.

Important heating tips for autumn

Another must is the annual bleeding of the heaters before the start of the heating season. Air in the heating circuit can reduce the efficiency of the heating, which has a negative impact on heating costs. According to the experts at the Energy Agency, it is noticeable when the heater makes noise, which indicates air in the system. A bleed key is required for bleeding, along with a cup and a cloth to catch any remaining water.

A common heating mistake is constantly ventilating through tilted windows, which leads to enormous heat loss. Instead, attention should be paid to controlled ventilation. The room temperatures should also be kept in mind: recommended values ​​are 20 to 21 degrees in living rooms, 16 to 18 degrees in the bedroom and higher temperatures in the bathroom. Every degree above 21 degrees can increase heating costs by around 6%.

Saving energy through maintenance and technologies

Regular maintenance of the heating system can save up to 15% energy. Smart thermostats and modern thermostatic valves also offer additional options for optimizing energy consumption. In order to find individual solutions, the energy agency recommends independent advice on purchasing heating systems. Right now in October, the agency is offering free consultation appointments in the town halls of the Rems-Murr district, including personal on-site appointments for around 40 euros, each lasting around 90 minutes.

The Energy Agency has already pointed out the importance of insulation measures in advance and provides information about various funding programs. Closed roller shutters at night are an easy way to keep heat in the house and can also help reduce heating costs.

The start of autumn not only ushered in the heating season, but also the opportunity to raise awareness among households about energy-saving heating and to optimize heating costs. Further details on these topics can be found in the reports from ZVW and BKZ.