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Ofgem delivers good news as energy bills are set to drop by over 12% from this April
Ofgem announces the new energy price cap figure which will take effect from 1st April
By Sara Hesikova
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Ofgem announces switching energy providers will be as quick as 5 days – otherwise customers will receive £30
If your energy provider switch isn't complete in 5 working days, you'll be entitled to £30 compensation from April
By Sara Hesikova
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How to fix a radiator leak in 5 simple steps
Try these DIY steps before calling out a professional
By Lauren Bradbury
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How to use a storage heater - the best way to use the controls to heat your home efficiently
Get the most out of storage heaters and keep your house toasty warm during winter
By Katie Sims
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This Argos heater has over 2,000 five-star reviews and is currently on sale for under £20
Our favourite budget heater just got even more affordable
By Rebecca Knight
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This £5 winter warmer has fans 'running' to Aldi – snap one up before it's too late
It's the perfect WFH companion this chilly January
By Jullia Joson
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Can I burn coal in a wood-burning stove? Experts issue warning to those using the wrong fuel for their log burners
You might want to think twice before burning coal in your wood-burning stove
By Lauren Bradbury
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Martin Lewis reveals we're all wasting money on this classic hot water mistake – but it's so easy to fix
This little boiler trick could save you precious pennies this winter
By Rebecca Knight
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How to keep your house warm in winter – 26 budget-friendly ways to insulate your home
Keep cosy this season without upping those energy bills
By Amy Cutmore
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5 ways to warm up a room that's always cold without cranking up the heating
Struggling to stop a room feeling cold, no matter how hard you try? Here's how to turn your room from chilly to snuggly
By Katie Sims
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How to clean solar panels – and why your bills might go up if you don’t
Everything you need to know about how to clean solar panels, maintain them and ultimately ensure they keep making you money
By Luke Edwards
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Your home could be eligible for a free heat pump from Octopus Energy – here's what you need to know
Government grants can bring the cost of installing a heat pump down to that of a gas boiler
By Jullia Joson
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Should you heat the whole house or just the room you're using? These 5 things will help you decide
There isn’t a one-size-fits-all answer...
By Lauren Bradbury
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Martin Lewis reveals the cost of running Christmas lights - and it all depends on the type of lights you have
Are our twinkling lights expensive to enjoy over December?
By Amy Hunt
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Why is my radiator only hot at the top? Experts explain what this means and what you can do about it
If your radiator is cold at the bottom, we’ve got the info you need
By Lauren Bradbury
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OVO Energy is offering free radiator keys to help households save £155 on energy bills – here's how to claim yours
Don't miss the chance to grab one
By Jullia Joson
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‘Is it worth the money?’ This is the tool our product testers use to rate every appliance’s cost-to-run value
The energy monitoring plug is the tool that could save your money and electricity
By Sara Hesikova
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Ofgem announces energy bills will rise by 5% from the New Year
The new energy price cap is in and this is what it means for you
By Sara Hesikova
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Spooked by a noisy radiator? These are the sounds that could be bad news for your heating
Including how to stop them...
By Holly Cockburn
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Experts warn it’s *vital* to open your windows every day in winter - even when it's freezing
It’s probably the last thing you want to do, but it’s definitely a sensible move for the health of your home
By Amy Hunt
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Martin Lewis reveals the cheapest (and most underrated) way to stay warm this winter – and it's only £6
We've all been sleeping on this often-forgotten energy-saving buy
By Jullia Joson
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'It's absolute rubbish' – consumer expert Alice Beer warns against falling for this money-saving heating hack
This old folk's tale on saving energy isn't everything it was made out to be
By Jullia Joson
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This is how I'm staying warm this winter for less than £15
Hibernation season is in full swing
By Holly Cockburn
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How efficient is underfloor heating? See the energy and cost savings
Discover how the right underfloor heating system could save you energy and money off your bills
By Rebecca Foster
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Is your radiator not heating up? This is why it happens and how to fix it asap
Make sure your radiators are pulling their weight this winter
By Lauren Bradbury
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The best radiator covers – modern, rustic and affordable options to disguise your heating in style
We've rounded up the very best options for keeping an unsightly radiator out of sight
By Lauren Bradbury
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It's getting hot in here – or is it? This is when you should be turning your heating on this year
The experts explain when we should crack that thermostat up – and when we should let things feel the chill
By Thea Babington-Stitt


