Energy Saving Tips

26/03/2024

Did you know?
Heating and hot water account for over half of your energy bill, so it’s a good idea to keep track of your usage

Setting the washing machine and dishwasher at 30⁰C could reduce your energy usage by 40%

An immersion heater only needs to be on for an hour for you to have enough hot water for the whole day

20/03/2024

Reducing your boiler flow temperature to 55-60 degrees could cut £65 a year off your gas bill.
To reduce heat loss, draught-proof your home, and during colder winter months close your blinds and curtains to keep the heat in the inside.

18/03/2024

Turn appliances off at the socket to save up to £50 a year
Almost all electrical appliances in your home, such as computers, televisions, smart devices and video game consoles, draw power continuously unless unplugged. Turn off the power switch at the socket or unplug appliances from the socket when they are not in use.

18/03/2024

Utility Warehouse launches UK’s cheapest fixed energy tariff with huge £388 saving below January price cap
29th February 2024 - Fixed Saver 15 is 20% below the current price cap for customers who switch energy and two other services to UW - huge saving and cheapest on the market.

14/03/2024

Wash clothes at a lower temperature to save up to £20 a year
Modern washing machines can clean clothes effectively at lower temperatures. Changing from 40°C to 30°C means you could get 3 cycles instead of 2 using the same amount of energy, depending on your washing machine.

13/03/2024

Install an energy efficient shower head to save £40 a year
Energy efficient shower heads reduce the amount of water used by either regulating the flow or aerating the water. They can be purchased at any home improvement shop and fixed independently. Some water companies even provide them for free. They’re not suitable for electric showers, which should be switched to ‘eco mode’.

13/03/2024

Turn down radiators in rooms you aren’t using to save up to £50 a year
When you’re not using rooms, turn radiator valves down to a lower setting.

Turning off radiators completely in rooms you are not using is less energy efficient as this means your boiler has to work harder to maintain the temperature of a room you are heating than if kept at a low setting. Turning off radiators can also cause issues with mould and damp.

People over 65, children under 5 and those with pre-existing health conditions are more vulnerable to cold temperatures. Make sure you are warm enough and have a minimum indoor temperature of 18°C (setting 2 or 3 on your radiator valves) to ensure you’re healthy and comfortable.

13/03/2024

‘UK households face £200 increase in energy bills’
Experts warn that consumers could see a nearly £200 increase in their energy bills over a decade as the government plans to bolster energy security with gas-fired power stations costing £5 billion

Experts warn that consumers could see a nearly £200 increase in their energy bills over a decade as the government plans to bolster energy security with gas-fired power stations costing £5 billion

13/03/2024

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