Energy (& Money) Saving Ideas

NO COST ENERGY SAVING TIPS!

£ Pull the curtains at dusk to keep the warmth in

£ Adjust curtains or blinds during the day to let in as much light as possible

£ Don't overfill kettles! Put in only as much as you need

£ Put lids on saucepans

£ Choose the right size pan for the food and the cooker

£ Turn off lights when you leave the room

£ Always put the plug in your basin or sink. Don't leave hot water running!

£ Don't leave appliances on standby

£ Don't leave the fridge door open for longer than necessary

£ Fix leaking taps. In just one day a dripping hot water tap can waste energy and enough water to fill a bath

£ Try turning the central heating room thermostat down by 1°C. This could cut your heating bills by up to 10%

£ Always wash a full load in your washing machine. If you can't, use a half-load or economy setting

£ Use a 30°C programme on your washing machine. Most fabrics can be cleaned at this temperature

£ Don't put really wet clothes in the tumble dryer. Wring or spin them first

LOW COST ENERGY SAVING TIPS!

£ Use low-energy light bulbs where you can, especially in rooms where you leave lights on for longer periods

£ Eliminate draughts around external doors. Fix a brush or PVC seal around doors

£ Make sure the hot water cylinder has a properly fitted jacket. The British Standard is at least 75mm (3") thick

£ Ensure the hot water pipes are insulated to stop heat escaping

£ Fit a nylon brush seal or spring flap to letter boxes and put a cover over the keyhole

£ Fill gaps in floorboards and under the skirting board by using newspaper, beading or sealant

£ If you don't have central heating, make sure your heaters are the right size for your rooms. If possible, choose a heater with a thermostat

Choosing New Appliances

When buying new appliances choose the most efficient product you can afford.

A-rated = most efficient

G-rated = least efficient