Top tips for saving energy this winter

Top tips for saving energy this winter

When the colder months set in, small changes around the home can make a real difference to how much energy you use, and what you spend keeping cosy. Here are a few simple ways to stay warm this winter without turning everything up to full.

Turn your thermostat down one degree

It sounds too simple to matter, but dropping your thermostat by just one degree can noticeably cut your heating costs over a winter, and most of us won’t feel the difference.

Don’t dry clothes directly on the radiators

We know, we all do it! But hanging wet clothes over the radiator makes your boiler work harder to heat the room so you end up using more energy. Pop a drying rack nearby instead. You’ll still get that lovely warmth drying your clothes and without the extra cost.

Keep on top of your heating maintenance

A boiler and heating system that are looked after run more efficiently, which means less energy wasted. Regular servicing by a Gas Safe registered engineer also helps spot small issues before they become big ones.

Block out the draughts

Draught-proofing and insulation are some of the easiest wins going. Even something as simple as a door draught excluder can help keep the warm air in and the cold air out. Keeping you as cosy as can be!

Use your curtains and blinds wisely

Open them on sunny winter days to let the warmth in, then close them as it gets dark to hold that heat overnight. In summer, do the opposite, close them against the sun to keep rooms cooler.

Here for you through the colder months

A few small habits can help towards a warmer home and a bit more in your pocket this winter. That’s a win win in our books. If you ever need a hand, our local team are only a call away on 0330 024 9000.

Because a warm, cosy home is what it’s all about.