Energy saving
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How to install a water butt - make the most of the rainy weather with these expert tips
Make 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...
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The 5 home appliances you should never leave on standby to avoid high energy bills
Don’t leave these 5 appliances on standby if you don’t want to pay the high price
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This is how much keeping your appliances on standby is *actually* costing you
It makes more difference to your annual bill than you might think…
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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 value
The energy monitoring plug is the tool that could save your money and electricity
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Martin Lewis reveals the cheapest (and most underrated) way to stay warm this winter – and it's only £6
We've all been sleeping on this often-forgotten energy-saving buy
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EPC ratings explained – what is an Energy Performance Certificate? The jargon-free guide
Would you like to know how energy efficient your property is? You certainly need to if you're buying, selling (or renting a house out)
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What uses the most electricity in the home? The appliances to keep an eye on
These three appliances use the lion's share of electricity
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The easily-avoided energy mistakes that are adding up to £300 to your energy bills
If you're looking to cut your energy bills down, stop making these three mistakes
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The appliance mistake that could be adding up to £340 to your energy bills
This is an often-missed energy-saving trick!
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Hot water bottle vs electric blanket - which is better for keeping warm at night?
We compared the hot water bottle and electric blanket to work out which is the best method for keeping warm this winter
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This bad habit could be costing you an extra £150 a year on your energy bills
Are you guilty of this heating mistake that's adding to your energy bills?
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How to insulate a loft – a step by step guide
Look to DIY loft insulation to enjoy savings on installation and future heating bills
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How to improve your EPC rating to improve the saleability of your house
Follow these six options to better your home’s EPC rating
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Why is my electricity bill so high? 6 root causes identified
There’s no denying that when a particularly high electricity bill arrives it can be an unwelcome surprise.
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8 DIY draught-proofing ideas to help keep your home warm on a budget
Get rid of unwelcome cold breezes with these eight simple methods for draught proofing
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10 ways to stop draughts from doors - Expert tips for keeping cold gusts of air out
Our top tips for draught proofing a door and eliminating cold from your home
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This simple error when heating your home could be costing you up to £115
Take heed if you want to keep your energy bills down this winter…
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I tried an energy monitoring plug for a week and was surprised how much energy this appliance was guzzling
Here's what used the most and the least electricity, from the kettle and toaster to the airfryer and electric blanket
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Beat the hosepipe ban with these hacks and buys from Ikea
Conserve water with these clever products and quick tricks
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Six reasons why you should start upcycling
Upcycling expert Max McMurdo spoke to us about his passion for the movement and recommends an easy first-time project...
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Presenter Angellica Bell shares her five simple swaps for creating a more sustainable home
Make a big difference with these small changes
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This radiator add-on could slash your energy bills by 40 per cent according to energy experts
Thermostatic valves are a radiator essential, apart from in one room...
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This is how much water you’re actually using on your laundry
It's time to stop those wasteful second washes
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The Instagram rug trend that could save you a bundle on your energy bill
Pile 'em up
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Save up to £100 in energy bills with this simple garden swap
Keep energy costs low this summer
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Why you should never place your fridge in this part of the kitchen
Experts reveal this unexpected reason to change our kitchen layout
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Doing this one thing when the clocks go back could save households £80!
Follow these expert tips for keeping your energy use in check at home this winter
