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Ok who has their heating on yet?

262 replies

Absolutelyawefull · 18/10/2026 17:35

That’s it’s.

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Cloudsaandcastles · 19/10/2026 09:57

I learned the hard way when moving and house was left empty that once the cold gets in, it costs a lot to get it out. Same with mould and damp. So it's on when needed. Atm nearly every day for a bit to keep temps steady.
I have no need or want to compete for coldest house

FirmSnake · 19/10/2026 10:03

We set the thermostat to auto a couple of weeks ago. Heating has come on a few times. Well insulated house so doesn't take much to warm it up.

MenopauseSucks · 19/10/2026 11:00

Yup! Been using the gas fire in the evening for a while but now the outside night temperatures are below 10c, the thermostat is set at 19c & it comes on in the morning. Not got to the stage when I need it in the evening yet…

Gettingbysomehow · 19/10/2026 11:22

Its on now. Ancient cat started nest making this morning 😁

Poisedtartanlurker · 19/10/2026 18:03

I was trying to hold out, but cracked this morning - it felt SO GOOD!

LightningTree · 19/10/2026 18:04

It’s come on for an hour or so in the mornings recently if the inside temperature is below 18C.

Rockpunkdisco · 19/10/2026 18:06

Minimum, half hour am and half hour pm.

ChewbaccasMrs · 19/10/2026 18:10

Yes,it's been bloody freezing.

Today I've got the fire going,the heating on,a fleece jacket on and fluffy socks and I'm still feeling the cold.

boredandgrand · 19/10/2026 18:15

I really like the cold. I have several of my rooms at different temperatures and like moving though feeling the difference. My lounge is in the centre of the house and is the warmest and my conservatory is the coldest with the kitchen and bedroom being in the middle. I love being under blankets and snuggling up.

Stelladid · 19/10/2026 18:17

ours has been on since last week. We live in the North East.

TreacherousPissFlap · 19/10/2026 18:17

Not yet (I don't think) but I live in a new build with very fancy insulation. It's on a thermostat so should just click on but I've not heard it yet.

DDog1 OTOH has been on her luxury heated throw for the past 6 weeks 😆

Cloudsaandcastles · 19/10/2026 18:19

ChewbaccasMrs · 19/10/2026 18:10

Yes,it's been bloody freezing.

Today I've got the fire going,the heating on,a fleece jacket on and fluffy socks and I'm still feeling the cold.

Tpday is ridiculous. Same tem and humidity inside as days before and I also can't get warm.

PoliteSquid · 19/10/2026 18:21

My hands were cold yesterday and it felt uncomfortable so we hit the switch! Set at 17 which is low, but it’s still coming on so the house is definitely cold. When it’s properly cold it’ll be turned up to 20 - cannot stand a cold house. Also we’re all asthmatic so it’s no good for our health either.

As an aside I’m enjoying this thread just for the competitive coldness 🤣

cornflakecrunchie · 19/10/2026 18:24

Not yet. House is only 20 yrs old & well insulated.
It'll click on when it's chilly enough!

FlyingHighFlyingLow · 19/10/2026 18:27

Yes, I go off temp not time of year. I know there are many who can't or are worried about affordability but heating is something I've always prioritised and DH and I are on the same page. We've been on holiday once in 5 years, my car is a 2008 plate, my phone is 6 years old, but if we're cold heating goes on. I have respiratory conditions that are worse if I get cold and I'm pregnant and have a toddler.

Partickthistle · 19/10/2026 18:28

I don't get why people ask this question. Ours is on all year round. We, like most people I'd have thought, have a thermostat so if the temperature drops below 20 degrees (for us) it comes on automatically. Obviously over the summer it will rarely switch on. Who enjoys being cold in their own home, no matter what the season?

Slugfest · 19/10/2026 18:30

Just put it on. I'd normally use my heated blanket first but the cat is lying on it atm and obviously can't be disturbed.

Slugfest · 19/10/2026 18:33

The winter sheets will be going on at the end of the week - brushed cotton, lush.

Neuronimo · 19/10/2026 18:33

Me just two half hour boosts today and yesterday.

lindyloo57 · 19/10/2026 18:39

We had the heated blanket on a few evenings last week, had the heating on Sunday for a couple of hours and 1 hour this late afternoon.

yoursweetpotatoesarebland · 19/10/2026 18:40

Not yet - today is the first day I’ve considered it. We have heated throws back on for the sofas since the weekend though!

hoping to hang it out until November…

Vargas · 19/10/2026 18:41

Just turned the CH on yesterday, and 'tested' the woodburner last night! Lush.

floofydoofy · 19/10/2026 18:50

blankcanvas3 · 18/10/2026 17:59

Thermostat comes on if it goes below 21degrees in babies room which it has done on and off for a couple of weeks now

This has blown my mind. 21 degrees in the baby's room?!?!

  1. how does it know? Is it a smart thermostat or something?
  2. why so hot?

Genuinely curious

HelpMyBlackLabradorVotesReform · 19/10/2026 18:50

Not yet. But we are a "put on a jumper" type household.

Madewithtea · 19/10/2026 18:54

Not yet but it won’t be long before I insist it goes on. DH is still wearing shorts inside but I’m in hoodies, joggers & socks, I feel the cold more than him though & the winter duvet is on my bed already.