Dual zone heating with Homely: An installer’s guide
Dual zone heating with Homely: An installer’s guide We’ve introduced a new upgrade to Homely: dual zone heating. It gives homeowners more comfort and control — and gives you greater flexibility when designing systems for larger homes or properties with mixed heating types. How dual zone systems work A dual-zone system divides a property into two […]
Winter is coming (and we’re ready for it)
As the days get shorter and the frosty mornings kick in, it’s time for your heating system to get back to work. Preparing your heat pump for winter means better efficiency, lower bills, and peace of mind when the frost bites. With Homely, the smart heat pump controller, you can stay cosy while keeping your energy use in check.
Getting the most out of Homely with Smart+
If you’ve switched to a heat pump, then you’re already ahead when it comes to energy efficiency and sustainability. But if you’re on a time-of-use electricity tariff, or thinking about switching to one, there’s an easy way to unlock even more value from your system
Get ready for summer with Homely
Get ready for summer with Homely As the days get longer and the jumpers get packed away, your heating system can take a well-earned break too. But summer doesn’t mean switching off entirely – with Homely, you can stay smart about your energy use while keeping the essentials running. Here’s how to get your home […]
Homely DFS Assist empowers heat pumps to help protect the grid in breakthrough study
Homely is the smart controller that optimises heat pumps. This winter, Homely’s DFS Assist service has been used in a first-of-its-kind service to automatically balance supply and demand on the UK electricity grid, helping homeowners gain rewards from suppliers, whilst remaining warm and comfortable. Towards the end of 2022, National Grid ESO introduced its Demand […]
Homely’s Holiday Mode – How it works and why your heat pump might be on whilst you are away
Nobody likes wasting energy. It’s bad for the planet and bad for your pocket. That’s why we’ve included Holiday Mode in the Homely App. If you’re going to be away from home for a few days, just let Homely know when you are leaving, when you’ll be back and the minimum temperature you would be […]
What are the different types of electricity tariff?
Tariffs 101 This guide is all about the different kinds of electricity tariffs available. It will give you an overview of how they work, how they differ and how Homely can help you make savings. Variable tariffs – unit cost changes over weeks and months This is typically the tariff you would be on if […]
How Homely can make sure you’ve got hot water when you need it
This guide will walk you through everything you need to know about how your hot water is managed in each of the three available Homely modes: Standard; Smart; and Smart+. Hot water in Standard mode This most closely replicates how a standard thermostat would work. You tell Homely when you would like your water to […]
How to get the most from your heat pump
Heat pumps are great but if you have only have had a gas boiler before you may notice some differences. Here’s some hints and tips on how to get the most from your heat pump. Your heat pump might be on when you don’t expect it This is one of the most common reports from […]
Introducing the Homely Temperature Node
It may only be small but the Homely Temperature Node is an absolutely vital element of the Homely controller. This unassuming piece of kit, with an equally unassuming name, is how Homely learns about your home. To help you get the very most from your heat pump, Homely needs to know the space it is […]
How adding Homely to a heat pump can deliver savings, even when prices are rising.
Let‘s talk tariffs Comprehending the intricacies of different types of energy tariffs isn’t everyone’s idea of time well spent. However, it can be worth having a top level understanding, especially given the impact of the your choice on both your pocket and the planet. Variable tariffs – unit cost changes over weeks and months This […]
