Home energy
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How to service a heat pump - key components the engineer will check and how you can help to move the process along
Find out what's involved with servicing a heat pump, how much it costs, and what maintenance you can do yourself
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Should I turn off a heat pump at night? No, and experts explain why the slow and low method will help you save on your energy bills
To turn off or keep on… that is the question
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Why you shouldn't dry laundry on your radiators - experts reveal how using this drying method comes at a cost
It turns out this go-to solution isn't very energy efficient
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How to stop condensation on walls and ceilings - 11 expert-approved tips and tricks to keep your home dry over winter
Stop condensation on walls and ceilings with these 11 simple ideas
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This £11 tool from Amazon helped me bleed all of my radiators in less than 10 minutes - no radiator key or clean-up required
No fuss, no clean-up… and no sky-high energy bills
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Our renovations editor reduced her energy bills by 20% with this cheap and easy hack - here's how she did it
Radiator reflectors turned out to be the gift that keeps on giving
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Experts reveal running your washing machine at this time can save on your energy bills - but it all depends on your tariff
Did you know certain times of the day are cheaper than others?
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How to calculate a gas bill - we decipher the jargon to ensure you don’t spend a penny more than you need to
As energy prices rise, here's how to work out what you are spending and why on gas
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How to beat the energy price cap increase - experts say these simple tweaks could offset the £149 hike
With a higher energy price cap now in effect, we look at the easy (and expert-approved) changes you can make to limit the impact
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How to claim a free electric blanket from Octopus energy – the money-saving offer is back, so don't miss out
How to claim an Octopus Energy free electric blanket to cut energy consumption and bills this winter, plus the cheapest, best model to buy if you don't qualify
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Have you serviced your boiler? This simple task can save you up to 15% off your energy bills this autumn
It's better to get this job done sooner rather than later.
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Can you leave an electric heater on overnight? How to avoid safety hazards and high bills, according to heating experts
Learn expert tips on safety and best practices for a cosy home this winter
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What’s the most efficient way to heat a house? How to heat your home for less, according to experts
How to choose the correct system and make cost-effective changes during the winter
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5 places you should never put your electric heater to stay safe and avoid high energy bills, according to heating experts
Steer clear of these no-go spots inside your home
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How much does it cost to replace a radiator? Experts break down average costs, considerations, and signs it's time for a new one
Here's what to budget so you're not caught out this winter
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How to insulate a home - tricks to keep your home warm and your energy bills low this winter
A few fixes can make all the difference in helping to keep your home toasty warm and your energy bills down
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What temperature should underfloor heating be set at? Experts reveal how to heat your home without damaging your flooring
This is the ideal temperature for a toasty home
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Electric heater vs gas heater – experts reveal which is the best option if you want a cosy home this winter
Which will heat up your home best? Here's what the pros say
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Ofgem delivers bad news as energy bills are set to rise by 10% from this October
This is all you need to know about the October energy price cap and what it means for you
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How to install a water butt - make the most of the rainy weather with these expert tips
Make the most of summer showers and keep your plants looking lush by installing a water butt in your garden. Here's what you need to know before you buy...
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The 5 household appliances experts warn you should always unplug during the summer
You might experience issues with overheating if you don’t unplug them entirely…
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Energy bills are set to reduce by 7% from July as Ofgem announces the energy price cap continues to drop
It's good news all around as the energy price cap drops for the second consecutive quarter
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How much does it cost to run central heating for one hour?
And it’s going to become even more expensive soon
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How much electricity does a slow cooker use? It’s even cheaper than you’d think
Cooking ‘low and slow’ could be the key to lower energy bills
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The 5 home appliances you should never leave on standby to avoid high energy bills
Don’t leave these 5 appliances on standby if you don’t want to pay the high price
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This is how much keeping your appliances on standby is *actually* costing you
It makes more difference to your annual bill than you might think…
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Wood burner vs open fire: which should you choose?
They both make great additions to the home, but let's find out which comes out on top
