SAVE ENERGY-SAVE MONEY - Behavioural changes at Home
Here are some more simple ways that you can improve your energy efficiency, simply by changing how you use your home :-
- Check that your heating system thermostat isn't set too high (21 degrees C in the living room is suggested), and use the timer or programmer so you only heat your home when necessary.
- Check your hot water thermostat. The recommended temperature that it should be set to 50-60 degrees centigrade.
- Loft insulation and cavity wall insulation are one of the best ways to reduce the heat generated in your property escaping. Some grants are available to reduce the cost, saving you even more money. Speak to your local authority or energy company about the options.
- Defrost your freezer often and de-scale your kettle – these actions keep your appliances working more efficiently and by saving energy, you save money.
- Take a shower instead of a bath. A 10-minute shower uses half the water of an average bath but be aware of power showers as they can use a third more water than the average bath.
- Get a water meter installed – contact your water company for details. Monitor how much water you’re using, on a monthly or quarterly basis.
- Some larger toilet cisterns can continue to work effectively with a smaller flush. Use a water displacement device to reduce the amount of water released each time you flush. Place a brick, a full plastic water bottle to reduce the flush volume. Alternatively contact your water company for a water-saving device.
- Turn off lights when they aren't needed, and don't leave appliances on standby. Remember not to leave chargers (e.g. for mobile phones) turned on when you aren't using them.
- Save money and energy by simply switching suppliers (Typically £800 per year compared to the BIG 6 suppliers) – Hassle free and no contract tie in ! Recommended supplier link
Contact us today for further advice on Energy Performance Certificates (EPC), Renewable technology installations, Loft or Cavity wall insulation.
