Home energy
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5 methods I’ve honed over 5 years to keep warm while working from home
And it means I don't need the heating on all day long
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8 simple things I do to make my old house feel warmer once winter hits
Once 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
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7 ways you've been using your thermostat wrong
These thermostat mistakes are costing you money, according to the pros
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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
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My mum has always hated the draughty door between her kitchen and garage
This £20 solution might not look pretty but it worked instantly
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These are the loft insulation dos and don’ts I swear by
I made the mistakes so you don't have to
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4 methods I use to keep my open plan layout warm in winter
These are the tricks I've found to work
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Homeowners urged to service their boilers now or risk voiding their home insurance – this simple mistake could cost you thousands
Don't forget this important home maintenance task
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How to get your roof and loft insulation right
It'll ensure your home stays warm and energy efficient all winter long
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If these 3 products can eliminate draughts in my 1700s cottage, they’ll work in any home
Better still, you can get each for under £20
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4 inexpensive and non-permanent ways to insulate a draughty window
Including one I swear by year-round
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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’t
You need to carry out this important check before you next fill your hot water bottle
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IKEA is selling heat pumps now and I am here for it
This is everything you need to know about the eco-friendly offering
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This is the easy heating trick that I'm using to keep my home damp and mould-free this winter
This expert-approved (and super-easy) thermostat hack will keep moisture damage at bay
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Winter is coming! Don’t waste your money insulating these spots
Experts reveal the solutions to try instead that'll keep damp and mould at bay
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This is how long insulation lasts and how often it should be replaced, according to the pros
Plus, the factors that will drastically shorten its lifespan revealed
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7 easy upgrades I’ve made at home to keep it warm this winter
They’ll help reduce our energy bills too!
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4 types of wood you should never use in a wood-burner – or risk a £1,000 fine this winter
An important reminder this winter
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British Gas is offering half-price electricity at weekends for new and existing customers – everything you need to know to get involved
Half price energy? Yes please...
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What's in insulation and why does it matter?
Experts explain the different types of insulation and their pros and cons
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Shark has turned the fan that prevented my ‘sleep divorce’ into a heater for winter – these are my honest thoughts on the upgrade
It’ll offer year-round comfort for many, but not all
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I regret not insulating these 4 areas when renovating our house — don’t make the same mistake I did!
I reveal the areas in our house we forgot to insulate that mean it is colder than it needs to be in winter
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How much loft insulation do you need and how thick should it be?
Adequate loft insulation is essential if you want to prevent heat loss through your roof
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Lidl is selling an oil-filled radiator for under £30 – it’s a game-changer for keeping you warm this winter
This budget-friendly heater is ideal for keeping you toasty this winter
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I tested one of the most stylish oil-filled radiators you can buy – it’s a game-changer
It combines a sleek, minimalist design with long-lasting warmth
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I didn’t realise these 3 popular home decor choices were increasing my heating bills
My radiators were working double time to make up for these mistakes
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I used this electric heater for three weeks instead of turning the heating on
It's small but mighty
