Gas prices are currently higher in the UK than they have ever been. So, you might find yourself struggling with the cold. Here’s how you can save energy during the winter months:
- Book a Boiler Service
- Heat Efficiency
- Home Insulation
A boiler service is essential to prevent a shutdown and increased gas usage. Also, turning your thermostat down a tiny bit will reduce gas usage, and heat is lost with inefficient windows and doors.
Get a Boiler Service
You use your boiler a lot more in winter. But boilers break down often and require regular maintenance or a boiler repair. If your boiler isn’t maintained with an annual boiler service, it can stop working when you need it most. Also, an old boiler isn’t as efficient as a new boiler, and inefficiency causes more energy. So, consider regular servicing or a replacement to avoid dangerous winter blues.
Turn Down the Heat
We all need to stay warm in winter, which means increased energy use. But your boiler works more efficiently at a constant temperature rather than turning it up and down as required. Also, you can save energy use if you turn your thermostat down by 1 degree. Leaving your thermostat at a constant, comfortable level just 1 degree lower could save £80 worth of gas.
Install Insulation
Most UK homes are efficient. But older homes might require loft and wall insulation to keep heat in. Insulation works by trapping air inside gaps. So, with single glazing, heat is lost through your windows and doors, resulting in increased heating costs. Double window glazing and draught inspection will further insulate your home and contribute to lowering your bills.
Various things contribute to your energy use, but you can save on this year’s energy use with these simple changes.