Heating controls and thermostat installation Edinburgh

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Edinburgh

Upgrade your Edinburgh home's heating controls to a modern programmable or smart thermostat. Reduce energy bills, improve comfort and take full control of your heating from anywhere — professionally installed and configured.

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Average Savings
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What's Included

Smarter Heating, Lower Bills — Control Upgrades Across Edinburgh

From a simple thermostat replacement to full multi-zone smart heating across Edinburgh and the Lothians — here's what we install.

Smart Thermostat Installation
Programmable Thermostat Upgrades
Nest Thermostat Installation
Hive Heating Installation
Tado Smart Heating
Zone Heating Controls
Underfloor Heating Controls
Wireless Thermostat Installation
Thermostat Wiring & Replacement
Heating Timer Upgrades
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Up to 30% Heating Savings
Smart heating controls optimise your Edinburgh home's heating schedule, avoiding energy waste and lowering bills significantly.
Control from Your Phone
Adjust your Edinburgh home's heating from anywhere — turn it on before you arrive home, or off if you've forgotten.
Zoned Heating Control
Heat only the rooms you're using. Zoned heating controls let you set different temperatures in different parts of your Edinburgh home.
Expert Wiring & Configuration
We handle all the wiring and configuration — not just swapping a faceplate. Your new thermostat is properly integrated with your Edinburgh heating system.
All Major Brands
We install Nest, Hive, Tado, Drayton Wiser, Honeywell and more — advising the right system for your Edinburgh home and boiler.
How It Works

Simple, Stress-Free
Process

From your first contact to job completion, we keep things simple and transparent at every step.

1

Free Advice

We discuss your heating system, boiler type and preferences to recommend the right thermostat for your Edinburgh home.

2

Quote & Book

We provide a fixed price and agree a convenient installation date — most jobs take under 2 hours.

3

Installation

We wire and mount your new thermostat, configure it with your boiler and ensure it's heating correctly.

4

App Setup

We set up the associated app on your phone, configure your schedule and show you how to get the best from your new system.

Testimonials

What Our Customers
Say About Us

4 months ago

“Fantastic service from Innes. Hired to fit a new extractor fan in the bathroom. He walked me through the options available and what he would recommend. On the install day he arrived on time and did a very professional install in the loft.”

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Ryan Andrews
2 months ago

“Innes was called out to do an urgent job on an extractor fan in the bathroom. He did a very professional job and outlined various options. Also, have never had such a detailed invoice. We will definitely use Innes again and would highly recommend Spotlight Electrical Services to anyone looking for an excellent electrician.”

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Lorna Rutherford
3 months ago

“Innes provided an exemplary service fitting outside lighting, additional power sockets and upgrading our over sensitive smoke alarms. Communication is excellent, he is polite and thoughtful about his impact on the household, including the dogs! We would definitely recommend Spotlight Electrical Services highly.”

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Gail Goldstone
2 months ago

“I needed a new cooker installed between Christmas and New Year. It's a five minute job but no electrician was willing to do it. Innes helped me out, did a good job and he's a nice guy.”

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Chris Morvan
4 months ago

“Innes installed an EV charging point at our home and did a fantastic job. It was a tricky installation, but he handled it brilliantly — the work was completed to a very high standard, and he was professional, efficient, and great to deal with throughout. Highly recommend!”

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Alistair Hamilton
3 months ago

“Innes at Spotlight Electrical Services responded promptly with a competitive quote for my enquiry to replace 8 lights. Innes offered a short lead time for carrying out the work and he arrived when he said he would. Lines of communication were always open and clear.”

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Forbes
3 months ago

“First contact to last, my experience of working with Innes and Spotlight Electrical Services was excellent. Quality of work done, cleanliness, timeliness, ease of contact and promptness of replies was outstanding. A five star review, well earned!”

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W B
1 month ago

“We were delighted with Spotlight Electrical Services. They rescued us from a screaming smoke alarm and resolved the issue very efficiently. Highly recommended!”

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Catherine Vardi
1 month ago

“Amazing service provided by Innes. Helped me with a range of things I needed sorted — smoke alarms, heat sensor, light fittings and hot water timer.”

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Phil Easton
4 months ago

“We are very happy with Mr Innes who did a fabulous job setting up our EV home charger. Reliable, perfection in his work and efficient. Happy with his service.”

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Devi Pangaj
4 months ago

“Innes provided an exemplary standard of service when replacing and moving the electrical consumer unit (fuse box) and conducting the EICR test. Showed up exactly when agreed, thoughtfully recommended options in initial consultation and the finish was immaculate.”

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Isabella Bocchetti
5 months ago

“I contacted Innes by email and received a very quick response with an estimate for the cost of work along with a confirmed day. He arrived on time, was very efficient and pleasant to deal with, and we are extremely happy with the work that he did for us.”

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FAQs

Common Questions

Can't find your answer? Give us a call on 07940 071963.

The best thermostat depends on your Edinburgh home's boiler type, your preferences and your existing smart home setup. Nest is excellent for learning your schedule automatically; Hive offers strong app control and integrates with the British Gas ecosystem; Tado uses geofencing to heat your home as you approach. We'll recommend the right option after discussing your specific Edinburgh setup.

Most modern boilers in Edinburgh are compatible with smart thermostats. Older open-plan wiring systems may require a heat link or bridge — we'll check compatibility when assessing your heating system. If your Edinburgh boiler is particularly old, we'll let you know before recommending a specific product.

Yes — Edinburgh homeowners typically see 15–30% reductions in heating bills after installing smart thermostats. The key benefits are eliminating wasted heating in unoccupied Edinburgh homes (especially for those who work away from home), more precise temperature control and automatic scheduling that standard timers don't achieve.

Yes — multi-zone heating controls are a popular upgrade in Edinburgh homes, particularly larger properties. We install wireless thermostatic radiator valves (TRVs) and zone controllers that allow independent temperature control in every room. This is particularly effective in Edinburgh tenements and multi-storey properties.

Absolutely. We install dedicated underfloor heating thermostats and smart controls compatible with all types of electric and wet underfloor heating systems. These can be programmed individually for each room or integrated with a wider smart heating system across your Edinburgh property.

While some smart thermostats are marketed as DIY-friendly, improper wiring is a common cause of boiler and thermostat problems. In Edinburgh homes with older wiring or less standard setups, professional installation ensures compatibility and correct configuration. We also test the heating system fully after installation to make sure everything is working properly.

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