Tips to save on your gas bills

The cost of energy has reached an all-time high. Many households across the UK are experiencing rising gas and electricity bills as a result. Further hikes expected later in the year make now a rather worrying time for the vast majority of the population.

You don’t have to suffer in silence however. There are many steps you can take to save money on your gas bills, here are our top five…

Embrace a smarter way of heating your home

Having a better understanding of your energy usage is the best place to begin if you are serious about cutting your gas bill.

With this in mind, a smart thermostat makes a great investment, providing valuable insights on how gas and electricity is used within the home. Settings can then be adjusted accordingly to reduce usage in all the right areas.

Match your schedule to your routine

With your smart thermostat in tow, you can adjust your heating schedule to better suit your routine. Some smart thermostats can even be programmed to automatically switch your heating off when you are away from home.

Lower the temperature on your thermostat

By reducing the temperature on your thermostat by just one degree, you can make significant savings. You’ll reduce your gas bill by 4% for every degree you cut, which equates to a saving of around £65 per year in the average home.

Make your home draught proof

Increasing your home’s insulation will make your property more cost effective to heat. Simple measures like draught proofing your windows and doors, plugging gaps around the floor, and minimising energy loss through the chimney can make a big difference to your gas bills.

Whilst professional draught proofing is an option, there are several DIY draught proofing solutions that can be called upon to reduce home heat loss.

Schedule a boiler service

The central heating system is one of the biggest areas of gas usage in the average home, which is why it’s important to keep your boiler as efficient and effective as possible.

A well maintained boiler will use far less energy than a neglected one. It’ll also ensure that your central heating system is operating safely, and faults can be identified and rectified before they become bigger and more expensive to fix problems.