Ofgem is expected to increase the energy price cap at the start of next year after lowering it from £2,074 to £1,923 on October 1. The current saving of £151 will only really benefit households on a standard tariff with typical usage and it’s important to be aware that no matter what tariff you’re on, the more gas and electricity you use, the higher your bills are likely to be.
Clean and bleed your radiators A dusty radiator will be much less energy efficient, so try to dust them regularly to maximise the benefits. Keep them clear of clothes or anything that may stop heat from being emitted into your home. Install radiator reflectors Radiator reflectors are a sheet of reflective insulating foil that’s installed behind the radiator panel to reflect heat back into the room, keeping your home warm and saving energy.
“A boiler service can check that your boiler is working as efficiently as possible as well as check for any water or gas leaks.” “If your boiler is leaking or regularly losing pressure, you may also benefit from using a central heating leak sealer to address the problem.” Use space heaters Sarah Gale, Heating Category Manager at Toolstation said: “If you’re just in one room and it isn’t necessary to heat the whole home, it can be more cost efficient to rely on a space heater than to turn on the central heating. These portable yet powerful heating systems warm cost-efficient areas quickly which is perfect for those working from home looking to heat just the office.”