Is there inexpensive central heating in Europe?

Central heating is not available everywhere in Europe, and this trend not only applies to certain territories, but also to countries. In EU countries, the heating strategy tends to be cluster or cellular type. At the same time, the principle of deploying individual boiler houses that operate for a limited number of consumers - from private houses to high-rise buildings - is preserved.

 

Britain lives without central heating

In the UK, individual heating equipment is installed in apartments and houses, mainly double-circuit gas boilers. At the same time, there is simply no heating in the plumbing rooms (bathroom and toilet) and utility rooms.

When using electric heating for hot water treatment and heating, all kinds of timers are installed to save money. Climate control devices that allow heat to be supplied according to specified scenarios are very popular among consumers. For example, the same boilers raise the temperature only when residents arrive. That is, they turn off at 8.30 and turn on at approximately 18.45.

To save money, doctors also give recommendations. They believe that above 21 degrees is a temperature of discomfort, and above 24 degrees is a temperature that increases the risk of heart attacks. A comfortable temperature is considered to be from 18 to 21 degrees. At the same time, 16-18 degrees is also a normal temperature, which is maintained in most UK homes.

Low-income residents of the UK have not heard of such a luxury as inexpensive central heating. They can often be seen in libraries, where it is warm and free internet is available.

Energy companies give interesting advice to consumers:

• do not use washing machines idle;
• wash in cold water, it is better for laundry than hot water;
• do not leave electrical appliances turned on, including low-power ones, such as a computer and mobile phone;
• take a shower;
• use LED lighting.

 

Heating on another continent - Japan

Inexpensive central heating is only available in Hokkaido Prefecture, where temperatures are lowest. Homes have individual heating systems, often using air conditioners with heating, as well as heaters.

Thermal fiber pajamas are used as homewear in winter in Japan. Electric blankets and rugs are also popular. A very popular piece of kotatsu furniture is a heated table. 

In Japanese schools there is no heating at all; in special areas you can warm your hands and keep warm during breaks.

 

There is also no central heating in Germany

In our understanding, there is simply no central heating in Germany. Private and apartment buildings have their own boiler rooms. Otherwise, individual gas heating is installed in the apartments. Very popular among Germans adjustable thermostats for radiators.

In Germany there are recommendations for heating temperatures:

• in the living room 20-22 degrees;
• in sleeping rooms 16-18 degrees;
• in the toilet and pantry 14-16 degrees;
• At night, the use of electric sheets is recommended.

German homeowners heat their homes with wood and biomass; pellet technology is very popular. In some cases, solar systems, solar collectors, batteries and heat pumps are used.

District heating in the EU

In France and other countries there is no central heating. Cluster or communal heating of a separate boiler room and individual heating with electricity or gas are popular. Electric batteries and thermal panels are more common because they do not require approval from inspection authorities. The electricity tariff in EU countries is formed on a night-day basis.

Insulation of housing in many countries is compensated by taxes. Firstly, these expenses can be submitted to the tax office, and 25-50% of the cost will be written off from payments. You can get a favorable loan to purchase energy-saving heating.

In the northern countries of Europe, heating is carried out by heat pumps, since the rocks widespread throughout the country accumulate heat very well during the summer. The equipment pays for itself in 5-7 years. The Finns use interesting technologies for heating, for example, an inverted refrigerator, with the refrigeration part located outside and the heating system indoors. This type of heating works very well in severe frosts, but allows heating no more than 120 square meters. m area. The cost of such a device will be 2-3 thousand euros.

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