Home energy
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What are plug-in solar panels and how do they work?This is everything we know about about the game-changing solar panels that will soon be available in the UK
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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
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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
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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
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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!
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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
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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
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I switched to a smart kettle to avoid wasting energy six months agoThis is how much I actually saved
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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
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Thought the arrival of spring meant you could forget about your boiler for a bit?Me too — but the experts told me that now is actually the ideal time to give it some TLC
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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These 3 one-time ways to save energy are ideal for busy people like me
Now is the time to do them
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4 surprising household things driving your energy bills up in spring and summer, and what you can do to keep costs downI asked energy experts how we can save energy during the warmer months
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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
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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
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Best electric heaters, tried and testedThese 6 buys are my top picks for heating the room you’re in
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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
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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
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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?
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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
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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
