Top Tips for heating your home effectively
Some energy-saving tips may seem obvious, but they can make a big difference when it comes to reducing your fuel bills.
Top tips
- By setting your heating to the right temperature, you can keep your home warm and lower your bills. During the day set the thermostat to 21°C (70°F), and during the night set it to 18°C (64°F).
- Set your heating to come on just before you get up and switch off after you've gone to bed. If it's very cold, set your heating to come on earlier and turn off later rather than turning the thermostat up.
- If you can't heat all of the rooms you use, heat the living room throughout the day and your bedroom(s) just before you go to bed. Remember to close curtains and shut doors to keep heat in the rooms you use most.
- Heating your home safely is really important. Remember to get your heating system checked regularly, if you are renting privately this is your Landlord's responsibility. Keep your home well ventilated.
- Switch your appliances (such as televisions and microwaves) off rather than leaving them on standby. This will save money and energy and help you to Act On CO2.
Additional measures for sustaining wellbeing during the cold weather
- Keep your diet as varied as possible.
- Include plenty of hot food and drinks.
- Make sure you wear lots of thin layers - this helps to trap body heat.
- Dress in clothes made from cotton, wool or fleecy fibres.