Make sure your radiators are clear so they can heat the space efficiently. Curtains or furniture can easily block them.

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.

Fit a water butt to collect rainwater. Your roof collects about 85,000 litres of rain each year (around 450 butts full). That’s water you can use for your plants and to wash the car, and it’s free!

Are your heating costs literally going through the roof? Check to ensure you have 250-270 mm of loose roll loft insulation and top up if necessary.

Properly used, dishwashers use less water and energy than washing dishes by hand. However, make sure you only wash full loads and don’t pre-rinse everything in the sink first unless it really needs it.

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.

Still using tungsten, halogen or fluorescent bulbs? Changing to LED lighting can save energy and money.

Keeping the oven door closed while you are cooking helps keep your oven at a stable temperature. It can also improve your cooking whilst saving you energy.

Some vulnerable people need to keep their homes warmer than normal. However, most of us can save money and energy by dressing for the weather and putting on a jumper before turning up the heating.

Washing a small load of clothes? Check you washing machine’s settings to see if you can use the “half load” programme to save water and energy.