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Wood burner vs open fire: which should you choose?They both make great additions to the home, but let's find out which comes out on top
By Katie Sims
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There's still time to claim £150 off your energy bills using the Warm Home Discount – here's howWhat you need to do now to apply to the scheme
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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Ofgem delivers good news as energy bills are set to drop by over 12% from this AprilOfgem announces the new energy price cap figure which will take effect from 1st April
By Sara Hesikova
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Ofgem announces switching energy providers will be as quick as 5 days – otherwise customers will receive £30If your energy provider switch isn't complete in 5 working days, you'll be entitled to £30 compensation from April
By Sara Hesikova
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How to fix a radiator leak in 5 simple stepsTry these DIY steps before calling out a professional
By Lauren Bradbury
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How to use a storage heater - the best way to use the controls to heat your home efficientlyGet the most out of storage heaters and keep your house toasty warm during winter
By Katie Sims
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This Argos heater has over 2,000 five-star reviews and is currently on sale for under £20Our favourite budget heater just got even more affordable
By Rebecca Knight
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This £5 winter warmer has fans 'running' to Aldi – snap one up before it's too lateIt's the perfect WFH companion this chilly January
By Jullia Joson
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Can I burn coal in a wood-burning stove? Experts issue warning to those using the wrong fuel for their log burnersYou might want to think twice before burning coal in your wood-burning stove
By Lauren Bradbury
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How to keep your house warm in winter – 26 budget-friendly ways to insulate your homeKeep cosy this season without upping those energy bills
By Amy Cutmore
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Aldi is selling a new oil-filled radiator and fan heater that cost just pennies to run – and they cost less than £30Stay warm this winter for less
By Jullia Joson
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5 ways to warm up a room that's always cold without cranking up the heatingStruggling to stop a room feeling cold, no matter how hard you try? Here's how to turn your room from chilly to snuggly
By Katie Sims
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How to clean solar panels – and why your bills might go up if you don’tEverything you need to know about how to clean solar panels, maintain them and ultimately ensure they keep making you money
By Luke Edwards
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Your home could be eligible for a free heat pump from Octopus Energy – here's what you need to knowGovernment grants can bring the cost of installing a heat pump down to that of a gas boiler
By Jullia Joson
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Should you heat the whole house or just the room you're using? These 5 things will help you decideThere isn’t a one-size-fits-all answer...
By Lauren Bradbury
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Martin Lewis reveals the cost of running Christmas lights - and it all depends on the type of lights you haveAre our twinkling lights expensive to enjoy over December?
By Amy Hunt
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Why is my radiator only hot at the top? Experts explain what this means and what you can do about itIf your radiator is cold at the bottom, we’ve got the info you need
By Lauren Bradbury
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OVO Energy is offering free radiator keys to help households save £155 on energy bills – here's how to claim yoursDon't miss the chance to grab one
By Jullia Joson
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Ofgem announces energy bills will rise by 5% from the New YearThe new energy price cap is in and this is what it means for you
By Sara Hesikova
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National Grid's money-off energy scheme is back this winter – here's what you need to knowYour household could be eligible for money off your electricity bill
By Jullia Joson
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Spooked by a noisy radiator? These are the sounds that could be bad news for your heatingIncluding how to stop them...
By Holly Cockburn
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Experts warn it’s *vital* to open your windows every day in winter - even when it's freezingIt’s probably the last thing you want to do, but it’s definitely a sensible move for the health of your home
By Amy Hunt
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Martin Lewis reveals the cheapest (and most underrated) way to stay warm this winter – and it's only £6We've all been sleeping on this often-forgotten energy-saving buy
By Jullia Joson
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'It's absolute rubbish' – consumer expert Alice Beer warns against falling for this money-saving heating hackThis old folk's tale on saving energy isn't everything it was made out to be
By Jullia Joson
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This is how I'm staying warm this winter for less than £15Hibernation season is in full swing
By Holly Cockburn
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How efficient is underfloor heating? See the energy and cost savingsDiscover how the right underfloor heating system could save you energy and money off your bills
By Rebecca Foster
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Is your radiator not heating up? This is why it happens and how to fix it asapMake sure your radiators are pulling their weight this winter
By Lauren Bradbury


