As many of you will know Gas prices are rising year on year due to many global factors such as increased demand during COVID-19 lockdowns, export issues from supplying countries and increases in the energy price cap.
Many are struggling with living costs and more of us are dealing with fuel poverty in the UK. We are all looking for ways we can save money on our gas and heating bills and make our homes and lifestyles more efficient.
Whatever the weather, there are many ways in which you can save money on your gas bills and make your home more energy efficient. Some more Top Tips to prepare for the increase in household energy costs and help reduce your bills in 2022.
Upgrade to a Smart Thermostat:
A smart controller is a clever way of communicating with your heating system meaning you can control it when you’re away from home and on the move. You can also control the heat in different rooms within the home
Reuse the Heat:
Keep oven doors open after cooking letting that warm air flow into the kitchen, perfect after some baking too. The bathroom door can be left ajar after those hot winter showers; just keep an eye out for damp, as this will allow steam to move into other rooms in your home.
Dress for the weather:
Make sure to wrap up properly. A pair of socks and a jumper will feel far more comfortable and means you don’t need the heating on full blast throughout the day! You can always add layers and blankets to warm up rather than turning the heating up.
Invest in TRVs:
Adjusting your radiator temperature in each room is a simple way to run your home more efficiently you can adjust the heat in each room. To do this you need some TRVs fitted.
Use your curtains:
If the sun beams through your living room windows in the morning, then keep the curtains open, you would be surprised how quickly it can heat the room; it’s also free! If the winter is creeping in and it’s getting bitterly cold at night, then a good pair of curtains can act as an insulation barrier.
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