Energy saving
Save money and the planet with our energy saving advice. From having a smart meter installed, to energy-saving gadgets, it pays to read these articles
Energy saving
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I had a freezing cold conservatory for 10 years and wasted £3k trying to make it warmerThis is how I finally solved the issue
By Sarah Handley
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These are the 3 energy-guzzling habits I'm ditching in the new yearI'm on a mission to practise what I preach as a home energy expert
By Sarah Handley
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Does using your kitchen extractor fan less in winter keep your home warmer?I asked the pros about the sweet spot between retaining heat and getting rid of moisture
By Sarah Handley
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These 3 energy-saving changes made my home warmer this yearAnd none of them involved turning my thermostat up
By Sarah Handley
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Need to use your tumble dryer over Christmas? Try these energy-saving tipsIf your festive schedule means you have no choice but to use your dryer, these are the methods I swear by to keep the cost as low as possible
By Sarah Handley
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I made this one energy-saving change three years ago, and I still rave about it todayI think radiator reflectors are an utter game changer
By Sarah Handley
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My old house was riddled with draughts and condensation until I made this one significant changeIt wasn’t cheap but it’s been transformative
By Amy Reeves
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This £8 secondary glazing film has worked wonders on the sash windows in my old cottageAs 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 decorationsLuckily these easy tweaks will fix them fast
By Sarah Handley
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I've been following Martin Lewis' 'tactical' 4pm rule for yearsIt means I never have to turn my heating on for a sneaky extra hour in the evening
By Sarah Handley
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7 easy upgrades I’ve made at home to keep it warm this winterThey’ll help reduce our energy bills too!
By Natasha Brinsmead
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OVO is offering free electric blankets to those who ‘think you’ll struggle to pay your bills’ – how to check if you’re eligibleThe energy company has helped 42,000 customers in the past year
By Kezia Reynolds
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Energy meters in 300,000 homes could stop working at the end of JuneThis is how to find out if you're affected by the upcoming deadline
By Rebecca Knight
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Heating experts warn against cranking up the thermostat to heat your home quicker - this is what you should be doing insteadYou need to stay away from this social media trend
By Kezia Reynolds
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What is thermal window film? Experts reveal how to save over £70 per year on your heating for less than £15Installing window film can help keep the heat in your home and keep avoid energy bills from creeping up
By Kezia Reynolds
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Why is my heat pump blowing cold air? Experts warn it could be one of these five things — and three of them need immediate attentionGet your heat pump back up and running again in no time
By Lauren Bradbury
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How to draught-proof a front door — expert-approved tips to shut out the cold and prevent internal heat from escapingExperts reveal how to identify the problem areas and what you’ll need to seal your home from the elements
By Lauren Bradbury
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Is it cheaper to leave your heating on all day? The official answer plus the exceptions you need to know aboutThere's plenty of debate on whether you should leave your heating on low all day – this is what you need to know
By Rebecca Knight
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How much does it cost to run a hot tub under the January 2025 energy price cap?Wondering how much it costs to run a hot tub? We've got everything you need to know to help you save money
By Rachel Ogden
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Heat pumps explained - how they work and how to determine whether a heat pump is right for your homeAll you need to know about heat pumps – and which is best for your home
By Caramel Quin
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7 clever tricks to help you heat your home without turning the heating on this winterWith energy prices soaring, these are helpful to bear in mind to stay warm over the winter months
By Amy Hunt
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How to save energy at home - 31 expert-approved tips to save energy, money and the planetWorried about high energy prices? Learn how to save energy in homes to lower gas and electricity bills
By Amy Cutmore
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Have you serviced your boiler? This simple task can save you up to 15% off your energy bills this autumnIt's better to get this job done sooner rather than later.
By Kezia Reynolds
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How to install a water butt - make the most of the rainy weather with these expert tipsMake the most of summer showers and keep your plants looking lush by installing a water butt in your garden. Here's what you need to know before you buy...
By Natalie Davies
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The 5 home appliances you should never leave on standby to avoid high energy billsDon’t leave these 5 appliances on standby if you don’t want to pay the high price
By Sara Hesikova
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This is how much keeping your appliances on standby is *actually* costing youIt makes more difference to your annual bill than you might think…
By Amy Hunt
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‘Is it worth the money?’ This is the tool our product testers use to rate every appliance’s cost-to-run valueThe energy monitoring plug is the tool that could save your money and electricity
By Sara Hesikova


