How Brookworth ensures a warm winter

Crisp, clear mornings, relaxing with cosy blankets, and maybe even a spot of snow if the British weather permits – the winter season has a lot to offer, even before social events and seasonal celebrations. But, according to a report from Zehnder Group UK, 83% of us tend to enjoy more time at home, away from the elements.

That’s why creating a warm, comfortable environment in your home is so vital and why you should be discerning about your heating requirements. Whether you’re unwinding with a TV box set or coming home after a chilly day of shopping, there’s nothing better than stepping into a warm, welcoming home.

With that in mind, every Brookworth Homes development includes a range of heating systems designed to keep your space at the perfect temperature – and some smart features to put you in complete control of your home as winter approaches.

Our energy efficient heating solutions

Whether you’re trying to heat your home sustainably or reduce your heating bills, the latest energy efficient technology can make a big difference. In your Brookworth home, you’ll find a range of features to help you hit the perfect temperature while making a saving on energy bills.

Highly efficient air source heat pumps

As conventional heating through gas boilers continues to be phased out, we’ve been providing energy efficient air source heat pumps on our properties for several years.

Extracting heat from the air then using it to heat your property, our A+++ rated heat pumps run on electricity and are three to four times more efficient than gas boilers, reducing your energy costs.

Underfloor heating for a steady temperature and gentle heat

Heat pumps work especially well when paired with underfloor heating to evenly distribute warmth throughout your home. Where central heating and radiators can create hot spots, underfloor heating systems provide more heat sources and allow you to heat your home in a way that feels comfortable, not stuffy.

Even better, underfloor heaters keep most of your heating system and heating pipes hidden, giving your home an elegant, uncluttered feel.

Solar panels: powering your home through winter

Our commitment to sustainability is a key part of the Bookworth Difference and what makes our homes so distinctive. Wherever possible, we implement solar panels to harness the power of the sun and allow you to run your heating in an even more energy efficient way.

Our solar panels are also effective through the winter months and colder temperatures – while daylight hours may be more limited, we position our panels for maximum exposure to generate enough energy all year long.

Smart, streamlined heating and temperature control

A Brookworth home also includes powerful smart home features, including software for temperature management.

The Control4 Home Automation system lets you set your desired temperature from your touchscreen display, or even manage your heating and thermostat from your smart device. It’s a way to drive efficiency even further – and enjoy the luxury of returning home to a place that’s already warm and comfortable.

Maximising heat retention throughout your home

Of course, creating a warm space is just one part of the story. Even with consistent home heating, you’ll also need to retain heat effectively and eliminate unwanted draughts. Here, insulation is key: quality materials and intelligent design to keep the heat in and the cold out. In every Brookworth development, we take simple steps to maximise your heat retention and keep comfortable temperatures.

Doors that make a real difference

As you might expect, your external doors play an important role in how your home feels. Durable, robust doors that fit snugly into place stop cold air from finding its way inside, as well as preventing unwanted heat loss.

With a focus on quality, Brookworth homes use handmade doors that form a tight seal between your home and the outside world. As a result, you can preserve more of the heat you create.

Double glazing: your barrier against winter chill

Every Brookworth home includes double-glazed, stylish windows designed to trap warmth inside. By slowing down the transfer of heat from inside your home to outside, they help you to create the ideal warmth.

Enhanced insulation to keep the heat in

Finally, wall insulation creates an essential gap between your interior walls and the outside world – but not all insulation is alike. While affordable, fibre insulation comes with unavoidable heat loss, which may lead to additional cost through heating.

Brookworth homes come with high-quality insulating beads inside cavity walls, reducing heat loss more efficiently and effectively than other forms of insulation.

Alongside the insulation in the cavity walls, Brookworth also install high-quality floor installation and 400mm loft installations that are above the average building regulations. Floors and lofts are often key areas where heat is lost, so ensuring they are well-insulated is important for ensuring a warm home.

Enjoy boiling water on demand

Once your home is at the perfect temperature for our British weather, there’s just one thing missing: a hot drink or warming meal to relax with. Fortunately, a Brookworth home can help with that, too.

Our properties all include Quooker boiling water taps: a desirable feature giving you access to instant hot water whenever you need it. Whether you’re preparing a delicious meal or putting the finishing touches on a luxurious hot chocolate, there’s no need to wait. Alongside the boiling water taps, Brookworth homes also have a secondary water pump with pressurised hot and cold water to ensure hot water on demand.

Additional warmth and comfort features

At Brookworth, we pay attention to the small details to ensure your home is warm for winter. For example, the towel radiators work on a separate circuit to ensure dry and warm towels. This means you can have warm, dry towels even when the central heating is off, providing year-round comfort.

The bathrooms also feature Demista pads behind the mirrors to prevent mirrors from steaming up, enhancing the usability of the bathroom in warm, humid conditions.

Designing homes for year-round comfort

When we say a Brookworth home offers luxury you can feel in every space, we mean that 365 days of the year.

From premium heating systems to above average levels of insulation, and comforting touches like smart temperature controls, we create places where you can feel at home and keep your family comfortable, all year round.

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