Smarter Control, Lower Bills, Greater Comfort
Looking to upgrade your home with a smart heating system? At GH Heating, we install, configure and support a wide range of smart thermostats and heating controls, helping customers across Colchester and surrounding areas take control of their energy use.
Whether you’re interested in a Nest, Hive, Tado, or Wiser system, our experienced heating engineers will help you choose the right setup for your home and budget — and get everything installed and working quickly.
What Is a Smart Heating System?
Smart heating systems allow you to control your heating and hot water remotely using your smartphone, tablet, or voice assistant. They’re designed to make your home more energy-efficient by learning your habits and automatically adjusting heating schedules for maximum comfort and minimal waste.
With many UK homes wasting energy through outdated controls or manual settings, switching to a smart system can reduce your bills and make your life easier.
Benefits of Smart Heating for UK Homes
✅ Lower energy bills – Reduce heating waste by only warming your home when it’s needed
✅ Remote control – Use your phone to turn the heating on before you get home
✅ Voice assistant integration – Works with Alexa, Google Assistant, and Apple HomeKit
✅ Zoned heating options – Heat only the rooms you use
✅ Easy to use – Intuitive apps and automatic learning features
Whether you’re at work, on holiday, or relaxing at home, a smart thermostat helps you stay in control — and informed about your energy use.
Popular Smart Thermostat Brands We Install
We work with all major UK-approved smart heating brands, including:
Hive Active Heating
One of the most popular smart systems in the UK, Hive lets you control heating and hot water through an easy-to-use app. Compatible with most UK boilers and widely supported.
Google Nest Learning Thermostat
Nest learns your daily routine and adjusts automatically. Sleek design and powerful features make it a favourite for smart homes.
Tado Smart Thermostat
Offers powerful zoned heating control and geolocation-based automation. Ideal for larger homes or those looking to fine-tune room-by-room heating.
Drayton Wiser
Great for UK homes with radiators, Wiser supports multi-room control and simple scheduling. A more budget-friendly option with lots of flexibility.
We can also install other systems such as Salus, Netatmo, and more – just ask!