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Heating, cooling & air

Keeping your home at a comfortable temperature year-round is important for wellbeing and health. Our reviews and advice can help you find solutions that are efficient, effective, and right for your home.


Product tests and reviews

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Heat pumps

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Electric heaters

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Woodburners

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Dehumidifiers

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Pellet burners

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Air purifiers

Guides & advice

Panel, fan and oil heaters: What type of heater should you choose?

How a wireless thermostat can transform your heater social

How a wireless thermostat can transform your heater

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Heating science: How physics can save you money this winter

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10 cheap and easy heating tips

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Best and worst ways to heat your home on the cheap

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How to deal with damp in your home

5 common heat pump buying mistakes

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8 things our heat pump expert wouldn’t do

Latest in heating, cooling & air

5 ways a pellet burner is better than a wood burner

Pellet fires are easier to use, they don’t require manual labour, and pellets produce less smoke than wood. Learn why you should consider installing one.
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3 heaters to avoid – and 2 cheap heaters we love

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Best and worst ways to heat your home on the cheap

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3 air purifiers to avoid

Recall urged for Daikin air conditioning system