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Ideal Home’s Home Energy Hub is your one-stop-shop for everything energy efficient. We’ve got all the information and advice you need to help you reduce your home energy bills, embrace sustainable living and create a conscious footprint for your household.
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Home energy
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5 counter-top kitchen appliances you should always unplug when not in useI’ve been wasting so much money on my energy bills by leaving mine plugged in
By Sarah Handley
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I traded my usual dishwasher setting for this eco-friendly alternativeIt’s saving me £35 a year, take no extra effort and my dishes are just as clean as before
By Rachel Wait
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Thinking about solar panels? What UK homeowners should know before installing themSponsored by E.ON Next
Everything you need to know about costs, savings and installation
By Ideal Home
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Putting off this easy task has cost me up to £235 in wasted energyDon't make the same mistake I did!
By Sarah Handley
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I swapped using my dishwasher for handwashing dishes for a month to avoid wasting energyBut I've got 4 reasons why it was harder to give up than I thought
By Sarah Handley
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I’ve been wasting energy through these 3 decor choices for yearsIt turns out each one has been costing me up to £250 a year
By Sarah Handley
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I switched to a smart kettle to avoid wasting energy six months agoThis is how much I actually saved
By Rachel Wait
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Lidl to sell 'plug-in' solar panels in government push to lower energy bills'Plug-in' solar panels could be available in shops within months
By Rebecca Knight
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3 things people with low energy bills always haveSide-step potential price rises and avoid wasting energy by trying them in your own home
By Sarah Handley
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Log burner getting too hot, too cold, not lighting properly?I asked the pros about the most common stove problems and how to fix them
By Natasha Brinsmead
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This Daewoo oil-filled heater kicks out heat for hours after it’s been turned offIt'd be ideal for someone working from home
By Amy Reeves
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This ProBreeze heater finally changed my opinion of oil-filled radiatorsIt turns out they are not the old-fashioned relics I once thought they were
By Natasha Brinsmead
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Are energy bills going up? I’m a home energy expert and this is what you need to knowThis is when prices might rise and what you can do right now to minimise the impact
By Sarah Handley
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This is how many hours a day your heating should be on in spring to avoid wasting energyIt's the ideal schedule that hits the sweet spot between warmth and efficiency
By Sarah Handley
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Why I have to wait to install solar panelsI was on my way to a renewable home until I was tripped up by two professional opinions
By Amy Reeves
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I went a whole month without using my tumble dryer to avoid wasting energy, but it turns out I had to sacrifice something else in returnWhile I saved some money, this is why I'm not sure it was worth it
By Sarah Handley
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These 3 one-time ways to save energy are ideal for busy people like meNow is the time to do them
By Sarah Handley
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Russell Hobbs Bladeless Fan with Cool & Heat Function ReviewThis dual purpose fan and heater combo has helped me maintain the ideal temperature at home, despite the changeable weather outside
By Sarah Handley
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I’ve found the cheapest electric heater to runBut this is why low running costs shouldn’t be your main deciding factor when buying a heater
By Sarah Handley
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I was seriously impressed with this Dreo electric heaterI think it’s the best value for money on the market right now
By Amy Reeves
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Best electric heaters, tried and testedThese 6 buys are my top picks for heating the room you’re in
By Sarah Handley
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How we test electric heaters and oil-filled radiators at Ideal HomeWe review every electric heater and oil-filled radiator we recommend to you, testing them in real homes. This is how we do it and why you can trust us
By Sarah Handley
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How do oil-filled radiators actually work?This is what the pros told me, including how long they stay warm after they’ve been switched off
By Natasha Brinsmead
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I’m a home heating expert, and this is how long you should have your electric heater on forPlus, how long is too long?
By Sarah Handley
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The simplicity of this £15 electric heater won’t be for everyoneBut if you want something fuss-free for a small room, it’ll get the job done
By Amy Reeves
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These 6 questions will help you choose the right type of heater for your homeMake choosing the right heater easy by answering these quick questions
By Sarah Handley
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This electric fan heater hits the sweet spot between warmth and efficiencyThe first electric fan heater I've used that evenly spreads heat out and doesn't cost a fortune to run
By Natasha Brinsmead


