[Carjack]

Had my G20 330i serviced this morning at a BMW Main Dealer, my bill:-
Oil change and filter, intake silencer service, microfilter service, spark plugs: Total £465 inc VAT

Received email this morning from my Central heating supplier for last month to 10 Dec. Total for gas and electricity:£475
NB Previous month: £281.
The big diff due to having to keep the heating on 24/7 over the last week of so to keep the family happy!

What with the oncoming high inflation & interest rates there will be no big holidays next year that's for sure. In fact all is repeat of the 70's & 80's with the three day working week due to strikes and making my own wine and beer! Not happy days!

[Carjack]

I should have mentioned in my above post that whilst on the 24/7 the CH room thermostat was reduced from 20 deg C to 18 deg C.
I will have to cut out the 24/7 for sure but will keep at 18 deg C.

[Mike330i]

This sudden very cold snap is really taking its toll if you live in an older property.

My 1950's Bungalow leaks heat compared to a modern house.

Large picture windows and a flat roofed extension are the main areas of loss.
We haven't even opened our large heavy curtains since the start of the low temps - as they help to reduce heat loss.
An old Back-Boiler is also inefficient - although fantastically reliable.

I'll just have to pay what ever it costs...

Regards, Mike.

[Carjack]

I live in an older house Mike, built mid 30’s painted white rendered solid brick. no cavity walls with the main living part facing east at top o’ the hill overlooking a valley.
So, anything from the east and we get it, but none the less it is a cosy house which MBH much likes. Have decided that whilst this cold weather is about the CH will stay on 24/7 costing about £40/week extra on current cost. No prob!
Got to keep warm and civilised! Cheers!

[Jon D]

Originally Posted by Carjack

Had my G20 330i serviced this morning at a BMW Main Dealer, my bill:-
Oil change and filter, intake silencer service, microfilter service, spark plugs: Total £465 inc VAT

Holy Moly!!! My 840d is due its first service next Feb, not as much work as you've had done but I'll be getting a quote from the dealer first.
AFAIK your warranty isn't affected by using an indy, provided they use genuine BMW parts but I'll check before I do anything.

[xDrive320D]

I do the BMW service plan, costs £25 a month covers next 2 services and 4 MOT's works out the same but just easier to manage.. dates mean nothing, covers the stated items regardless of when they are done but payments run for 36 months

[ramparts]

Originally Posted by Carjack

Had my G20 330i serviced this morning at a BMW Main Dealer, my bill:-
Oil change and filter, intake silencer service, microfilter service, spark plugs: Total £465 inc VAT

Received email this morning from my Central heating supplier for last month to 10 Dec. Total for gas and electricity:£475
NB Previous month: £281.
The big diff due to having to keep the heating on 24/7 over the last week of so to keep the family happy!

What with the oncoming high inflation & interest rates there will be no big holidays next year that's for sure. In fact all is repeat of the 70's & 80's with the three day working week due to strikes and making my own wine and beer! Not happy days!

why do they need the heating on when asleep? tell them to wear pjamas.

ours goes on at 7.30am, off at 7.30pm. Thermostat Temp 17.5 downstairs, 18.5 upstairs. everyone is happy!