Hints & Tips at HomeWe all want to do our bit. Safety, sustainability and energy efficiency are important to us all. Sometimes it’s the little things that can make a big difference, particularly when we act collectively. Here are some top tips to help at home. |
Remember to turn off the tap while brushing your teeth – a running tap wastes over 6 litres per minute.
Smart meters help you track your energy use in pounds and pence. They can help educate you and your family to reduce your energy bills.
If your charger has an LED to show it’s in use, it is still using energy until you switch it off at the wall or unplug it.
Still using tungsten, halogen or fluorescent bulbs? Changing to LED lighting can save energy and money.
When did you last test your carbon monoxide alarm? Make sure it works when you need it by testing it weekly. #TestItTuesday
Smart controls can help ensure your home is comfortable and energy efficient.
Hanging out clothes to dry will save you energy and money over using a tumble drier.
When cooking you can often use the residual heat to to save energy if you switch your cooker off just before you finish cooking. However, you still need to make sure that your food is properly cooked through.
Make sure your pans fully cover the rings on your hob to use all of the heat being provided. Use the right sized ring for the pan you are heating.
Fitting a new insulating jacket to a bare hot water tank can save over £100 per year. Costing just a few pounds, the investment can pay itself off in a few months.