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. |
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Make sure your radiators are clear so they can heat the space efficiently. Curtains or furniture can easily block them.
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.
Smart controls can help ensure your home is comfortable and energy efficient.
When did you last test your carbon monoxide alarm? Make sure it works when you need it by testing it weekly. #TestItTuesday
When was the last time you switched energy supplier. Regularly changing to the right tariff can save you money by reducing your energy costs. If you rent a property and pay the energy bills yourself the law says you should be able to choose your own energy supplier.
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.
Every degree you turn your home thermostat down could save you around £80 to £85 a year on your heating bill.
Remember to turn off the tap while brushing your teeth – a running tap wastes over 6 litres per minute.
When did you last test your smoke alarm? Make sure it will work when you need it by testing it weekly. #TestItTuesday
About a quarter of all our clean, drinkable water at home is flushed down the toilet. Place a sealed bottle of water or brick in your cistern to reduce this amount.
