Heating & energy
Cheap electric heaters for 2022
Which? rounds up cheap portable radiators to help stay warm in 2022, and explains how much you need to spend on a fan heater or convector heater. Plus, how to avoid eye-watering heating bills.
Common mistakes that can invalidate your boiler warranty
Failing to register your boiler warranty or letting a year slip by without getting a boiler service could mean it isn't covered for expensive faults. Here's how to avoid the pitfalls.
Energy price rises and supplier failures: your questions answered
Gas prices are high and cheap energy deals are hard to find. Energy suppliers are going bust. We’ve listened to your energy price worries and answered some of the most common questions.
What does Ecodesign mean? Read this if you’re considering buying a wood-burning stove in 2022
Wood-burning stoves create a cosy ambience, but scientists are increasingly worried about air pollution. If you need to buy one in 2022, find out all about wood-burning stoves and the new ecodesign rules coming into force in January.
Dogs, electric heaters and hot water bottles — which will keep you the warmest this winter?
Three Which? experts weigh up the merits of three heating quick-fixes: hot water bottles, electric heaters and furry friends
Smart thermostats: can you save what the companies claim?
Smart thermostat manufacturers make big claims about the amount of money a switch to smart heating can save you on your heating bills. We've probed claims made by Google, tado° and Hive to help you decide if you'll really save money.
Do you need a wi-fi enabled electric heater?
Some electric heaters can be controlled by your smartphone or smart hub, but is this a must-have feature or just a gimmick? Read about the smart heaters we've tested and the pros and cons of making your next heater smart, from convenience to security.
Coronavirus: can an air purifier protect you?
Find out how an air purifier can and can't help you during the coronavirus pandemic, and discover the ways in which you can improve your indoor air quality now that you're obliged to spend more time at home.
Which? testing reveals the best smart radiator valves
Find the best smart radiator valve to install in your home, for room-by-room control of your heating, with the results from Which?'s latest testing.
How to dry your home out after a leak or flood
Which? rounds up the key steps you should take in the aftermath of a flood to reduce damp and long-term damage to your home.