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How to get your roof and loft insulation right
It'll ensure your home stays warm and energy efficient all winter long
By Sarah Handley
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I've been following Martin Lewis' 'tactical' 4pm rule for years
It means I never have to turn my heating on for a sneaky extra hour in the evening
By Sarah Handley
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If these 3 products can eliminate draughts in my 1700s cottage, they’ll work in any home
Better still, you can get each for under £20
By Amy Reeves
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4 inexpensive and non-permanent ways to insulate a draughty window
Including one I swear by year-round
By Sarah Handley
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Homeowners urged to check hot water bottles expiry date now – you could be putting your family at risk if you don’t
You need to carry out this important check before you next fill your hot water bottle
By Kezia Reynolds
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IKEA is selling heat pumps now and I am here for it
This is everything you need to know about the eco-friendly offering
By Sarah Handley
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This is the easy heating trick that I'm using to keep my home damp and mould-free this winter
This expert-approved (and super-easy) thermostat hack will keep moisture damage at bay
By Sarah Handley
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Winter is coming! Don’t waste your money insulating these spots
Experts reveal the solutions to try instead that'll keep damp and mould at bay
By Sarah Handley
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This is how long insulation lasts and how often it should be replaced, according to the pros
Plus, the factors that will drastically shorten its lifespan revealed
By Sarah Handley
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4 types of wood you should never use in a wood-burner – or risk a £1,000 fine this winter
An important reminder this winter
By Kezia Reynolds
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How to remove old insulation – this is the most effective and safest way to get rid of damaged insulation, according to the pros
It can be trickier and more dangerous than you think
By Sarah Handley
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British Gas is offering half-price electricity at weekends for new and existing customers – everything you need to know to get involved
Half price energy? Yes please...
By Kezia Reynolds
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What's in insulation and why does it matter?
Experts explain the different types of insulation and their pros and cons
By Sarah Handley
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Shark has turned the fan that prevented my ‘sleep divorce’ into a heater for winter – these are my honest thoughts on the upgrade
It’ll offer year-round comfort for many, but not all
By Lauren Bradbury
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I regret not insulating these 4 areas when renovating our house — don’t make the same mistake I did!
I reveal the areas in our house we forgot to insulate that mean it is colder than it needs to be in winter
By Natasha Brinsmead
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How much loft insulation do you need and how thick should it be?
Adequate loft insulation is essential if you want to prevent heat loss through your roof
By Sarah Handley
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Lidl is selling an oil-filled radiator for under £30 – it’s a game-changer for keeping you warm this winter
This budget-friendly heater is ideal for keeping you toasty this winter
By Kezia Reynolds
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I tested one of the most stylish oil-filled radiators you can buy – it’s a game-changer
It combines a sleek, minimalist design with long-lasting warmth
By Rebecca Lawton
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I used this electric heater for three weeks instead of turning the heating on
It's small but mighty
By Lauren Bradbury
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Heating experts want you to put this one item above your radiators this winter to heat up a room quickly and efficiently
It's a myth that radiator shelves won't help to heat your home
By Kezia Reynolds
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6 best oil-filled radiators to stay warm and cosy this winter
We've tested the best oil-filled radiators from De'Longhi, Pro Breeze and more.
By Lauren Bradbury
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These are the 5 things I wish someone had told me before buying an electric heater – it would have saved me a lot of chilly nights
Don’t make the same mistakes I did
By Lauren Bradbury
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Aldi is selling a £9.99 heating essential that will save you from sky-high energy bills – it’s a game-changer for staying warm on a budget
The middle aisle is stocked with winter warmers
By Lauren Bradbury
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I tested Dyson's Hot+Cool heater fan and it's the only heater and fan combo you'll need all year-round
Small in size, big on warmth...
By Jenny McFarlane
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This quick hack will help your radiator work better and reduce energy bills – experts say it’s the ultimate heat booster
All you need is a common bedroom item to do it
By Lauren Bradbury
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This is the exact date to turn your heating on in 2025, according to heating experts
Some days are better than others
By Kezia Reynolds
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OVO is offering free electric blankets to those who ‘think you’ll struggle to pay your bills’ – how to check if you’re eligible
The energy company has helped 42,000 customers in the past year
By Kezia Reynolds


