Q&A
Published:
4:35 PM May 19, 2009
Updated:
4:18 PM November 1, 2020
Q: If I have thermostatic radiator valves do I need a room thermostat? A: Yes as thermostatic radiator valves will only switch the hot water flow and do not stop the boiler from firing and using energy. A room thermostat is accurate to within a degree o
Q: If I have thermostatic radiator valves do I need a room thermostat?
A: Yes as thermostatic radiator valves will only switch the hot water flow and do not stop the boiler from firing and using energy.
A room thermostat is accurate to within a degree or so and will prevent the boiler firing on relatively mild days, again saving energy.
Source: National Energy Foundation
