Lower Utility Bills With These Energy Saving Measures
It is a very trying time for many UK families at the moment as living costs continue
to rise and force thousands into debt, fuel poverty and generally leave them without essential funds. The lead-up to Christmas is a time when you can least afford to be without money, particularly if you have young children expecting lots of gifts from Santa.
Reducing gas, electricity and water bills will help your cause and here is how you can do it:
Opt for a shower
Limit the amount of baths you take and opt for a quick shower instead as it will consume far less water.
Avoid over boiling
Only boil your kettle at the exact time you intend to have a cup of tea or coffee. Over boiling wastes valuable energy.
Turn off the lights
It is very tempting to leave certain lights on in your home when you leave your property or any rooms unoccupied so as to give the impression that someone is present. Turn them off and save yourself some money.
Replace your windows
If you have noticed draughts forming in your home due to poorly insulating windows then you must get them replaced and install double glazing in Dewsbury, double glazing in Doncaster or double glazing in Halifax.
Take a reading
Read your gas and electricity meter on a regular basis and supply the figures to your supplier as this will result in a more accurate bill at the end of each month.
Change your light bulbs
Utilising energy-saving light bulbs will have its rewards as each bulb consumes less energy than a conventional light bulb so get them installed throughout your home.
Lower the thermostat
Lowering the dial of your thermostat even a fraction will make a difference to how much you pay for energy bills, yet will still keep it at a comfortable temperature.
Cut down the flushing
Try not to repeatedly flush your toilet as doing so will consume a good quantity of water. Only flush when you really have to.
Draw the curtains
Closing your curtains once darkness falls will help prevent any warm air from passing through your windows and leaving your home. They will help insulate as will keeping your interior doors closed.
Buy some candles
Instead of solely relying on traditional lighting purchase a set of candles and scatter them about the room for a cheaper and more atmospheric form of lighting.