Make sure you get your boiler properly serviced every year by a competent person. It will keep you warm, safe and make sure it is working efficiently.

Cavity wall insulation can help prevent heat loss through your walls. Consider getting this retro-fitted if you still have uninsulated walls.

Hanging out clothes to dry will save you energy and money over using a tumble drier.

Carbon monoxide is a silent killer. Every year in the UK it kills around 50 people and sends 4000 to A&E for emergency treatment. Make sure you get all your combustion appliances properly serviced and fit an alarm. Good quality alarms are available from most DIY suppliers and take minutes to fit. It could save your life!

Make the most of your oven. Filling an oven and batch cooking meals can save energy and money. If you share your home with others, planning meals and eating collectively can help build relationships whilst saving both energy and money.

Boiling food on the hob? Only use the water you need to save energy.

Using lids on your pans when cooking will save energy and help heat the contents quicker.

Switch off radiators in any rooms you are not using regularly and keep internal doors shut to save energy.

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

Building Management Systems (BMS) are great for controlling your building systems efficiently, but only if they have been properly set up! Check your system is properly configured.