It might only be autumn but the chat in the office around this time is always about the heating.
Who has turned theirs on first and when is the perfect time to do so?
As the dark nights draw in and the air gets crisp, the most cost-efficient way to heat a home is top of the agenda.
Some say keeping it on low is better while others prefer to just turn the boiler on when needed.
To get to the bottom of things, the Manchester Evening News spoke to Martin Lewis' website MoneySavingExpert to find out what way is most cost effective.
Steve Nowottny, said: “As winter approaches, we’re often asked whether it’s cheaper to leave the heating on low all day even when you’re out, or turn it up only when you need it.
"While the answer’s hotly debated, the consensus among most – though not all – energy experts seems to be that having the heating on only when you need it is the best way to save energy, and therefore money.
"The key point here is that it’s all about the total energy required to heat your home. Given that a certain amount of energy is constantly leaking out of your home, no matter how good your insulation, it’s best to only heat your home when you need it."
He added: "It’s worth noting though that this isn’t clear-cut, and not everyone agrees. Some specialists argue you should avoid turning the heating on and off as it can cause condensation to collect within the walls, which in turn can mean you home leaks heat more quickly."
So if you want to keep costs down, only turn the heating on when you need.
