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5 Ways to Reduce Your District Heating Bill Without Losing Comfort

21. January 2026

District heating prices have increased significantly since 2021, and many household budgets are feeling the impact. Here are five concrete tips to save money on heating consumption – without compromising comfort. 

In recent years, many Danes have experienced rising heating bills. According to the Danish Utility Regulator, district heating prices have risen by nearly 30% since 2021 – with a 5.3% increase just in the past year. Today, it costs an average of DKK 16,816 per year to heat a standard 130 m² home. 

And even though electricity taxes will drop significantly from January 1, 2026 – which may slightly ease electricity bills – now is the time to act if you also want to reduce heating consumption. With a few simple adjustments at home, most households can cut several thousand kroner from their heating bill – without sacrificing comfort. 

“Winter months hit many households’ heating budgets hard. That’s why it’s important to act now. Fortunately, it’s often the simplest measures that work: lowering the temperature slightly, ventilating wisely, and ensuring that heat isn’t blocked by furniture. It doesn’t take much effort, yet it can make a noticeable difference,” says Henrik Asving, energy advisor at Brunata, who advises both homeowners and property managers on energy optimization and heating consumption. 

Every Degree Counts 

According to the energy advisor, lowering your heating bill is less about large investments and more about taking control yourself – and focusing on small changes that make a difference in the budget. 

“The most important thing is not to do everything at once, but to start somewhere. Every degree counts – both financially and for comfort. It’s just about getting started. Even small adjustments can quickly pay off, especially in a time when energy prices are unpredictable,” Henrik Asving explains. 

Five Tips to Reduce Heating Without Reducing Comfort 

Here are the energy advisor’s five best tips for homeowners or tenants to manage their heating consumption – and save money this winter. 

  1. Lower the temperature slightly: You can save around 5% on heating consumption for each degree you reduce the indoor temperature. Most households can easily go from 22 °C to 21 °C – and it immediately shows on the bill. 
  1. Ventilate efficiently and briefly: Ensure cross-ventilation two to three times daily – but only for 5-10 minutes at a time. This provides fresh air without losing too much heat. Lower the room temperature during ventilation so the radiator doesn’t overcompensate when it detects the cold. 
  1. Set thermostats consistently throughout the home: Set all thermostats to the same temperature for more effective heat distribution and a stable indoor climate. If you lower the temperature or turn off a radiator in one room, radiators in adjacent rooms still have to compensate – even if the door to the cooler room is closed. 
  1. Reduce shower time: Long, hot showers feel good – but they are costly. Up to 25% of the heating bill typically goes to water heating. Cutting your daily shower from 10 to 5 minutes can save up to DKK 11 per day, or around DKK 4,000 per year. 
  1. Keep radiators clear: Do not place large furniture or curtains in front of radiators. They block heat distribution, forcing the system to work harder than necessary.