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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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4 reasons your home has hot and cold spots and what you can do about itTemperature fluctuations will wreak havoc on your home comfort
By Sarah Handley
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It took just £14 and 5 minutes to completely eliminate draughts around my front doorIt was so easy and the results were instant
By Amy Reeves
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I complement my heating schedule with this one thing that keeps me cosyIt beats having the heating on all day
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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7 ways I'm trying to keep my 110-year old house warmI don't want to rely on the central heating all day, so I'm embracing these old-school methods to stay toasty
By Natasha Brinsmead
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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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Nobody told me there's a specific order your should bleed your radiators inI've been doing it wrong for years without realising, and I bet I'm not alone
By Sarah Handley
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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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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 homeAnd 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 hitsOnce 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 wrongThese thermostat mistakes are costing you money, according to the pros
By Sarah Handley
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How many hours a day should your heating be on right now?I asked the pros for a heating schedule that hits the sweet spot between warmth and efficiency
By Sarah Handley
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My mum has always hated the draughty door between her kitchen and garageThis £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 byI made the mistakes so you don't have to
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 thousandsDon't forget this important home maintenance task
By Kezia Reynolds
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How to get your roof and loft insulation rightIt'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 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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If these 3 products can eliminate draughts in my 1700s cottage, they’ll work in any homeBetter 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 windowIncluding one I swear by year-round
By Sarah Handley
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Homeowners urged to check hot water bottles expiry date now – you could be putting your family at risk if you don’tYou need to carry out this important check before you next fill your hot water bottle
By Kezia Reynolds
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IKEA is selling heat pumps now and I am here for itThis 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 winterThis 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 spotsExperts reveal the solutions to try instead that'll keep damp and mould at bay
By Sarah Handley


