Heating Controls Upgrade
A heating controls upgrade modernises the way your central heating is managed, helping you maintain consistent comfort while reducing wasted energy. Whether you want a smarter thermostat, better time and temperature control, or improved zoning, the service focuses on correct installation, careful setup, and reliable operation.
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What a heating controls upgrade can include
Heating controls work best when they match your system and are set up properly. This service can cover:
- Replacing old programmers, timers and room thermostats with modern controls
- Upgrading to smart thermostats and app control (where suitable)
- Adding or improving heating zones so different areas can run on different schedules
- Checking and improving wiring, sensors and connections needed for dependable operation
- Reviewing radiator control (for example TRVs) and basic balancing for more even heat
- Testing the system, confirming correct boiler and pump demand, and resolving control faults
- Setting up schedules and temperatures around how the property is used
When this service is most useful
A controls upgrade is a good fit if your home or premises has uneven temperatures, poor timing control, or hard to use controls. It is also ideal when you are replacing a boiler, improving insulation, or renovating and want the heating to respond properly. Landlords and small commercial sites often choose it to reduce callouts and give occupants clearer, simpler control.
How the upgrade is delivered
First, the existing system is checked to confirm compatibility and identify what is limiting performance. You will then be given clear options, such as like for like modernisation or a smart control upgrade, with a practical explanation of what each achieves. Installation includes safe isolation, fitting and wiring (where required), setup, and functional testing to ensure heating and hot water operate as expected.
After installation: setup, handover and optimisation
Once fitted, the controls are configured to suit your routines and the property layout, then tested across heating and hot water modes. You will be shown how to adjust schedules and temperatures, and what to do if there is a loss of connection or power cut. If any issues show up during testing, the system can be adjusted so it runs smoothly from day one.
Frequently Asked Questions
What counts as a heating controls upgrade?
Will smart heating controls work with my boiler?
Can you add zoning so different areas heat at different times?
How disruptive is the work?
Will upgrading controls reduce my energy bills?
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