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With the cost of living continuing to rise and the energy price cap expected to increase to an annual level of £4,279 for dual fuel households paying by direct debit, UK homeowners are feeling the pinch.
Winter represents a time of great cost, with the vast majority of us having to crank our central heating up to tropical levels just to see out the season. There are a number of steps you can take to save on your heating this winter however, and it’s not too late to make the following simple changes and unlock some great savings!
By turning down your thermostat by just one degree, you can decrease your annual heating bill by a whopping 10% - that’s a small change that equates to one big saving!
You can save even more energy by turning down the radiator valves in each room. Incorporating thermostatic radiator valves into your wider heating system is another inexpensive way to get smarter about the amount of heat you use. Once fitted, thermostatic valves can lower your energy use for the long haul.
Go one step further on your saving crusade by turning off radiators in rooms that aren’t in regular use. When turning off radiators in unused rooms, make sure you close the door behind you to prevent cold air filtering into the rest of your home.
With fewer radiators to heat, your boiler can work more effectively and efficiently, and may even heat your home in less time to save you more money.
Heating your home when you’re not there can be particularly costly. Making sure your boiler is on a timer, or better yet hooked up to a smart thermostat, will ensure it’s only used when it needs to be. Set your timer or thermostat to come on when you’re home or when temperatures generally take a dip.
A smart thermostat is a great way to automate your heating. Many smart thermostats learn from your heating habits to set a schedule that is right for you and your bank balance. According to Scottish Power, the use of a smart thermostat can save as much as £337 annually.
Make sure your thermostat is in the correct room of the house to manage the heat required. It is recommended that a thermostat is placed on an interior wall in a frequently used room, and positioned a good distance away from windows, doors and other sources of ventilation.