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My old house was riddled with draughts and condensation until I made this one significant change
It wasn’t cheap but it’s been transformative
By Amy Reeves
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Nobody told me there's a specific order your should bleed your radiators in
I've been doing it wrong for years without realising, and I bet I'm not alone
By Sarah Handley
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The 5 things people with always warm homes have – beat the chill and stock up on these essentials
Quick fixes that you could add in under an hour
By Holly Reaney
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This £8 secondary glazing film has worked wonders on the sash windows in my old cottage
As a result, my home is warmer for longer, and I don’t have to wipe away condensation as much
By Amy Reeves
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5 ways you’re wasting energy with your Christmas decorations
Luckily these easy tweaks will fix them fast
By Sarah Handley
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How much does loft insulation cost?
This is what you can expect to pay, but the factors that can influence what you should budget
By Sarah Handley
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5 methods I’ve honed over 5 years to keep warm while working from home
And it means I don't need the heating on all day long
By Sarah Handley
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8 simple things I do to make my old house feel warmer once winter hits
Once the cold season arrives my Edwardian cottage can be a chilly place to spend time – here are the eight easy things I do keep it feeling cosy and warm
By Natasha Brinsmead
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7 ways you've been using your thermostat wrong
These thermostat mistakes are costing you money, according to the pros
By Sarah Handley
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Best electric heaters, tried and tested
These 8 buys are my top picks for heating the room you’re in
By Sarah Handley
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My mum has always hated the draughty door between her kitchen and garage
This £20 solution might not look pretty but it worked instantly
By Sarah Handley
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These are the loft insulation dos and don’ts I swear by
I made the mistakes so you don't have to
By Natasha Brinsmead
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4 methods I use to keep my open plan layout warm in winter
These are the tricks I've found to work
By Natasha Brinsmead
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Homeowners urged to service their boilers now or risk voiding their home insurance – this simple mistake could cost you thousands
Don't forget this important home maintenance task
By Kezia Reynolds
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How to get your roof and loft insulation right
It'll ensure your home stays warm and energy efficient all winter long
By Sarah Handley
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I've been following Martin Lewis' 'tactical' 4pm rule for years
It means I never have to turn my heating on for a sneaky extra hour in the evening
By Sarah Handley
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If these 3 products can eliminate draughts in my 1700s cottage, they’ll work in any home
Better still, you can get each for under £20
By Amy Reeves
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4 inexpensive and non-permanent ways to insulate a draughty window
Including one I swear by year-round
By Sarah Handley
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IKEA is selling heat pumps now and I am here for it
This is everything you need to know about the eco-friendly offering
By Sarah Handley
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This is the easy heating trick that I'm using to keep my home damp and mould-free this winter
This expert-approved (and super-easy) thermostat hack will keep moisture damage at bay
By Sarah Handley
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Winter is coming! Don’t waste your money insulating these spots
Experts reveal the solutions to try instead that'll keep damp and mould at bay
By Sarah Handley
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This is how long insulation lasts and how often it should be replaced, according to the pros
Plus, the factors that will drastically shorten its lifespan revealed
By Sarah Handley
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7 easy upgrades I’ve made at home to keep it warm this winter
They’ll help reduce our energy bills too!
By Natasha Brinsmead
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4 types of wood you should never use in a wood-burner – or risk a £1,000 fine this winter
An important reminder this winter
By Kezia Reynolds
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How to remove old insulation – this is the most effective and safest way to get rid of damaged insulation, according to the pros
It can be trickier and more dangerous than you think
By Sarah Handley
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British Gas is offering half-price electricity at weekends for new and existing customers – everything you need to know to get involved
Half price energy? Yes please...
By Kezia Reynolds
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What's in insulation and why does it matter?
Experts explain the different types of insulation and their pros and cons
By Sarah Handley


