With fall, the drop in temperatures can make you want to turn on the heating again. But if you’re wondering if it’s too early to turn your heating back on, here are our tips and tricks to help you take stock.
Between two seasons and depending on the region, temperatures can vary widely, so much so that it is difficult to navigate from a thermal comfort point of view. However, to avoid overheating and high bills, it is important to determine when the right time is to turn the heat back on.
To the question “When should you turn the heating back on?”, there is no real precise answer, because it depends on many criteria. The region you live in is one of the first factors to take into consideration, because depending on your geographical area, the nights can be cooler from the end of August and if you live in a rainy place, the humidity can help to freshen the atmosphere. The characteristics of your home also weigh in the balance because if the insulation is poor or your apartment is located on the ground floor, the feeling of cold can be accentuated. And if you experience some discomfort at different times of the day, such as getting out of bed, going to shower, or watching a movie on the couch, it might be time to turn your heating back on.
With a rather mixed month of September and quite a few rainy days, outside temperatures are already cool in most of France. Météo France predicts unsettled and humid weather for the start of October, dimming the hope of an Indian summer. Inside, we note that the comfort temperature of a home is around 19°. Also, if you notice a lower temperature in your living rooms, this is a good indicator to restart your heating, especially if you have young children.
Before turning your heating back on, it is important to take into account your equipment, which undoubtedly requires some adjustments after months of inactivity. If you heat yourself with electric radiators, simply turn them on, but be careful, because if you set the temperature to the maximum from the start, your bill may skyrocket! Do you have a gas or oil boiler? Carrying out maintenance by a professional is mandatory before restarting your heating for reasons of comfort and safety. To do this, remember to anticipate by contacting a heating engineer quickly. Wood or pellet stoves also require mandatory maintenance, as well as a supply of wood or pellets, which should be stored before temperatures drop. Finally, if your home is collectively heated, you will have to wait until the date set to turn on your radiators, which is generally mid-October.
