With energy prices rising this winter, here are a few simple, yet effective ways to save money on your electricity.
Switch Off Standby
You can save around £65 a year by turning off your appliances rather than leaving them on standby. It's unlikely that the appliance programming will be affected when switching off completely.
Lights
Switching to energy efficient lights, for example, LED spotlights can save the average household up to £40 a year. We all know someone who is guilty of this next suggestion... if you’re not in/using a room, switch off the light! It’s a very simple technique which will help you save extra £’s.
Heating
Did you know that heating for average home owners accounts for 25% of their annual electricity usage? By reducing your heating by just 1 degree can save you up to £60 a year. Maintaining a consistent heat throughout the day will also help save electricity rather than fluctuating between average and very high temperatures.
Washing
A clothes wash will use the same amount of energy and power regardless of the load, so you can save on your electricity bill by only washing full loads.
Carpets and Rugs
Insulating your floors is a super efficient way to heat your home. You could choose to carpet a room or lay a rug over the most used areas in your home. The carpet/rug will act as an additional layer of insulation. As a result, you won't need to use as much energy to keep the room warm in winter.
