Be Energy Efficient at Home 

Energy costs remain a significant concern for many households, and improving your home's energy efficiency can help reduce bills while keeping your home warm and comfortable.

Small changes, real savings

These everyday ‘quick wins’ can make a difference to your energy bills.

Keep heat in your home

One of the best ways to reduce energy bills is to stop heat escaping from your home. The warmer your home stays, the less energy you'll need to use to heat it.

Bigger savings:

If you're considering larger home improvements, insulation can make a significant difference.

• Install loft insulation (270mm) Potential saving: around £190 per year
• Install cavity wall insulation Potential saving: up to £200 per year

Heating and hot water account for most of the energy used in our homes. Making a few adjustments to how your heating system operates can help reduce costs while keeping your home comfortable.

Set your thermostat correctly

To help keep you safe, warm and well, your thermostat should generally be set between 18°C and 21°C.

• Turning your thermostat down from 22°C to 21°C could save around £120 per year
• Thermostatic radiator valves can help you stay comfortable while using energy wisely. Set the rooms you use most to a warmer temperature and keep less-used rooms a little cooler
• Installing and correctly using heating controls could save around £100 per year

Top tip

Place your thermostat in a room you use regularly and away from:

• Radiators
• Direct sunlight
• Draughts

This helps it measure your home's temperature accurately and ensures your heating system works efficiently.

Be water-wise

• Replacing an inefficient shower head with a water-efficient one could save around £65 per year.
• Spending one minute less in the shower could save around £17 on energy bills each year.
• Keeping showers to four minutes could save around £45 on energy bills each year.