We provide a supply and installation service of all the top thermostats. And if you are an existing Heat:Plan service customer you can benefit from a discount on the installation of a Netatmo smart control.

We also get asked a lot of questions about smart thermostats so we thought it was worth sharing our thoughts.

What are smart thermostats?

Smart thermostats or smart heating controls have been around for over 10 years already! But the technology gets better and better each year and there are now quite a few on the market.  

They are designed to connect your heating system to the internet meaning you can control your heating with your smartphone or device from anywhere, at any time.

Is a smart thermostat the same as a smart meter?

No. We can understand why you might think this and we have had lots of people ask us the same question. But they are not the same thing.

You may have been approached by your energy company to install a smart meter.

This is part of the Government’s current commitment to offer every homeowner one free of charge in order to provide automatic and accurate bills based on your actual energy usage.

It is important to know that smart meters are not compulsory, but if you are interested in having one installed, then you can contact your energy supplier. Or find out more about them here .

 What are the main benefits of using a smart thermostat?

 We think there are three great reasons to have a smart thermostat

1. You are in complete control

You can manage the heating in your home from anywhere by turning the temperature up or down whenever you need to.

2. Save money on your energy bills

By being in control of your heating you can make sure you have no unnecessary waste and, in so doing, help to keep your energy bills as low as possible (studies show that it is estimated an average household can save up to 10% on their annual gas bill by using a smart thermostat)

3. Save time and be really smart

As the technology develops, the smart controls take over. They can learn your daily routine and even track where you are via GPS to turn the heating up or down, whatever is needed and saving you time and money along the way.

How much does it cost?

There are lots of different types of smart thermostats, each with their own benefits. We have listed the most popular ones here.

We only install smart thermostats that we supply. The cost depends on the product you select. For example, if you are already a Gregor HeatPlan customer then we offer a discounted rate on the supply and installation of Netatmo smart thermostats for just £150 (inc VAT).

If you are interested in installing a smart control and not sure where to start, we will happily talk you through which one might be the best to suit you and your home and the costs involved. Just give the team a call today.

As you can see a smart thermostat is just the first step.

Did you know that you can also look at smart devices to manage your lighting and home security link too, but that’s for another blog!

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With over 30,000 visitors to the show across two days, the event provides Gregor Heating with a great opportunity to be part of a fantastic, local community event just down the road in  Westerleigh Park, Warmley, BS30. In providing home heating solutions to residents and businesses of Bristol and Bath for over 30 years,  community is very much at the heart of the brand.

“People choose Gregor Heating to install their boiler because of the customer service we provide”, explains managing director, Steve Gregor. “By  installing over 3,000 boilers a year, people trust us to let us into their homes and advise them on the most energy efficient solutions to help keep their homes, warm and cosy. We have always considered that quite a privilege so anyway we can support events in the local community, like this show, is our way of giving something back.

Our team will have ringside seats with our trailer located next to the main arena and (our now famous) giant deckchair on show.  All visitors are invited to come and talk to our experts about the latest Home Smart Technology heating solutions and also have the opportunity to take part in the selfie competition to win £75 meal voucher.

Come rain or shine (and, let’s face it, we never know what we will get until the day) the Gregor Heating trailer offers brilliant shelter and place to watch the shows in the arena.

One of the Gregor team’s favourites is the amazing Stampede Stunt Company and of course the Ringside Little Nippers always draw in the crowds.

So, whatever the line-up is for 2019, it’ s set to be another great year. See you there?

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Of the 78% of respondents to the survey who claimed they understand how to use their heating controls some said they often turn their thermostat up when it’s cold outside although this shouldn’t be necessary as the thermostat should be able to maintain the temperature whatever the weather.

Others said that they turn their thermostat up when they want the room to heat up quicker which in fact only causes your home to heat to a warmer temperature. Yet others thought it is more efficient to leave the heating on low permanently rather than to turn it on and off.

For more information on heating controls check our our guide.

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