There are a few handy tips that will allow you to save energy at winter:
Turn your central heating down
It might be tempting to blast your central heating out on full power but every degree makes a difference to your energy bill. Try turning it down slightly and throwing on some extra layers if you get too cold without blasting the maximum temperature on your central heating. If you need a heating engineer, Allfix Gas Plumbing Heating is always on hand to help.
Make sure you have proper insulation
One of the big culprits for heat loss in the winter is a lack of proper insulation. Ensuring that your house is thoroughly insulated will prevent drafts and will allow you to have your heating a little lower without feeling the cold.
Invest in rugs
This may seem like a strange piece of advice, but rugs can actually provide a useful extra bit of insulation and warmth, especially if you have floorboards in your house!
Bleed your radiators
People often turn their heating up higher if it feels as though it’s not working properly. However, the solution may actually be to bleed your radiators. Bleeding will release any trapped air and allow your radiator to heat up fully.
Get your boiler serviced
We always advise our customers to get their boilers serviced annually, and it’s best to do this before winter hits. A serviced boiler will run more efficiently and therefore heat your home a lot better. If you’re in need of some maintenance for your central heating, feel free to get in touch with us.
Invest in a modern thermostat
Temperature control is a key factor in keeping your energy use down in the winter. A lot of modern thermostats, including smart thermostats, are far better at controlling the room temperature – this means that you don’t need to have the heating on high at all times.
Switch off unused appliances
People tend to leave their appliances on standby mode but this can waste a fair amount of energy. We recommend switching off your appliances when they’re not being used as this can lower your energy bills.