Holiday homes and lodges often struggle with their heating costs for many reasons. Accommodation doesn't operate in the same way as other commercial buildings, with fixed-schedule heating patterns being unfit for rapidly changing occupancy and temperature requirements. Because of this, many Holiday Homes and Lodges would benefit from using a Building Management System (BMS), but here are 10 reasons why a HeatingSave BMS should be top of the list:
1. Reduce hours of energy wastage when rooms are left empty
There are many times when holiday accommodation will be empty, even if it's been booked. But when there are guests expected, HeatingSave can have booked rooms warmed and ready for check-in, while keeping the temperature in unbooked rooms at a minimum. Occupancy detection also helps to keep costs down when rooms are left empty during a guests' stay.
2. Prevent frozen pipes with frost protection settings
HeatingSave can protect against frozen pipes with frost-protection temperatures. You do not have to choose between leaving the heating on and creating a larger energy bill or having no heating on and risking heavy damage and insurance costs. HeatingSave strikes a balance by running the heating at a very low temperature and keeping the water moving with minimal pumping, avoiding frozen pipes without having a costly bill.
3. Manual systems require manual adjustments — it doesn't scale well
You may be managing multiple or hundreds of guest units. During the off-season, you can save time and effort that might otherwise be spent on manually shutting off heating systems. With HeatingSave, you can remotely control the heating via a desktop or mobile. A HeatingSave Building Management System also makes it easy to assign a consistent heating pattern or configuration to scale.
4. Automatic temperature adjustments based on room usage
HeatingSave adapts faster than manual or traditional time clocks. When guests and groups are changing over, it creates unpredictable heating patterns. Every guest will have a different routine and it's impossible for manual systems to keep up. HeatingSave learns the warm-up and cooldown time of each lodge to get it right every time.
5. Keep guests comfy without wasting energy
Guests are less likely to complain when they arrive at a holiday home controlled by HeatingSave, as rooms will already be at a comfortable temperature. There are also options for limited boost functions. If a guest feels too cold, they can boost the heating temporarily which avoids the temperature being left high for long periods of time. This helps them warm up without wasting loads of energy. As temperature comfort is a regular cause of complaints, HeatingSave helps reduce this chance without increasing the budget.
6. Monitor room temperatures remotely
Following on from this, live temperatures of units can be monitored remotely, so faults or issues can be identified without interrupting guests. An initial triage of maintenance problems reported by guests can also be done remotely, potentially avoiding sending out technicians.
7. Lower costs for optimised system control
Most energy wastage occurs from poorly optimised control, not inefficient equipment. A BMS investment can be a better alternative than a full heating plant replacement, and with HeatingSave being universally compatible, almost all types of heating systems can be controlled.
8. Outside temperatures are taken into consideration
During milder winters or cooler summers, HeatingSave matches the temperature control against the true external temperature of your site. Mild winters and warmer summers can be problematic for manual systems that keep the heating on when they're not required. This keeps temperatures comfortable and reduces energy waste.
9. Visual data can help you understand usage trends and patterns
The data HeatingSave uses to control the temperature can be viewed by managers who are looking to make better decisions. These data visualisations help decisions to be more informed and allow you to see an overview of your site and all units, and drill down into the individual units. The heating patterns of each unit can help you to understand usage trends and patterns that can help you develop business strategies.
10. Easily track your carbon reduction targets
This data can also be used to show progress towards carbon neutral targets, or energy reduction goals, as HeatingSave can easily show how much energy has been used, and the savings made.
Speak to us today to learn more about how HeatingSave can help you save!