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Cut HVAC Costs by 20-40%

Heating and air conditioning are often the biggest running cost you can actually control day to day. Getting schedules and setpoints right usually beats guessing with the thermostat on the wall.

Next step: If you use under about 50,000 kWh a year, you can get a quote in under 90 secs online — fast, no obligation. Bigger supply, half-hourly metering, or prefer chat? Use the contact page.

The 1°C Rule

Lowering the heating setpoint by a degree often trims a meaningful slice of heat spend—commonly quoted around high single-digit percentages in many buildings, but it depends on controls and fabric. Treat any £/year figure as illustrative until you’ve checked your own hours and tariff. Pair schedules with office energy, seasonal budgeting and wider reduction tactics.

Optimal Temperature Settings

Offices/Retail: 19-20°C during business hours
Cafes/Restaurants: 18-19°C (customers + cooking heat)
Warehouses: 16°C minimum (HSE requirement)
After hours: 15°C or heating off entirely

Scheduling Wins

• Pre-heat smart: Start heating 30-60 min before opening, not 2 hours
• Cut-off early: Turn off 30 min before closing (building retains heat)
• Weekend setback: 15°C or off if closed
• Zoning: Heat occupied areas only

Quick Maintenance Checks

• Bleed radiators annually (air pockets reduce efficiency 20-30%)
• Replace HVAC filters every 3 months (dirty filters waste 15% energy)
• Check thermostat placement (avoid direct sun, drafts, heat sources)

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Your next step: When you are ready to compare business tariffs, get a business energy quote online (typically under a minute, no obligation). Larger supply, half-hourly metering, or you prefer messaging? See the contact page.