Energy Saving Tips Around The Home To Reduce Your Energy Bills Now

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Try to only use the washing machine when you have a full load of washing. Some washing machines come with a half load button that you can use to cut down on the amount of water and energy use.

Our homes are full of electrical appliances that come with a standby mode, including hifi systems, games consoles and kitchen items like toasters. Anything with a little red light or electronic display will use valuable energy in standby mode. If appliances are not being used, turn them off.

If your washing machine allows you to adjust the temperature of the water used to wash your clothes, then turn the temperature down to 30 degrees Celsius for clothes and fabrics that are not heavily soiled. New detergents now clean efficiently at low temperatures and as washing machines use almost 100 per cent of their energy to heat the water, turning down the water temperture will cut down on energy use and save you money.

Make use of your central heating thermostat, as turning this down by even just 1 degree almost 70GBP over the course of twelve months. You might also want to try having your heating on for half an hour less ...
... in the mornings and half an hour less in the evenings.

Taking good care of your household appliance will help them to work in a more energy efficient manner. When they run more efficiently they use less energy and cost you less in energy bills. With electric heaters, ensure that you clean it regularly to keep air flow vents clear of any obstructions that can lead to reduced efficiency. And keep kettles, coffee makers, washing machines and dishwashers free of limescale by descaling regularly.

Switch your regular light bulbs for energy saving light bulbs and you will notice a significant difference in your energy bills. Do not forget to turn lights off if not in use too.

Whatever method you use to improve insulation around your home will cut down on the amount of gas or electricity you use for central heating and cut your energy bills. Close your curtains at night to prevent drafts, but do not allow them to hang in front of radiators. Fit draft excluders to your doors and check your windows for drafts too. You might also want to invest in loft and cavity insulation to make a siginificant saving on central heating.

Cutting down on water use is simple. Repair your dripping taps, turn off the tap when you are cleaning your teeth, save water by putting in the plug rather than letting it all run down the plughole, and take energy efficient showers instead of baths.

Upgrade to more modern, energy efficient home appliances. Look for electrical items that feature the Energy Saving Trust Recommended logo. Make use of the new EU Energy labelling system as guides to product efficiency. This new system rates appliances and products such as cookers, washing machines, toasters and kettles on a scale from A to G, where A is the most efficient.

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