Top 10 Energy Tips
- Close your curtains at dusk to stop heat escaping.
- Insulate pipes and tanks especially those in the loft space. Preventing frozen pipes and retaining heat.
- Fit low energy light bulbs especially where lights are left on for long periods. For those who have difficulties in seeing try using an halogen lights as low energy bulbs may be too dim.
- Don't leave electrical equipment ON when not being used or ON STANBY. It still costs money.
- Don't over fill the kettle as this costs money and energy. Only boil the water you need.
- Insulate your home to the latest standards, you may find there is a grant available towards this. (give us a call or complete the online form and await a call from a local specialist).
- Take a shower rather than a bath.
- Fit draught proofing around windows and doors.
- Set your hot water thermostat to 60 degrees.
- When buying electrical appliances, choose the most energy efficient (A is the best and G is the worst).
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Energy Efficiency helps to make your home a healthy and comfortable place for you and your family.
If your home is cold and damp and you are suffering health problems or you are worried about your heating bills we can help with advice.