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Even though the weather will soon be warming up, there is still a good few months where many of us will be using the heating and staying toasty indoors. This coupled with the higher energy prices means that we are on the hunt for ways to cut our heating bills. Let’s have a look at some of the ways you can do this below:

Draw You Curtains 

At night, closing your curtains will assist keep the heat in and reducing draughts from your windows. If they’re hanging in front of radiators, tuck them behind them so the heat can get in.

Alternatively, you might take it a step further and invest in heated curtains. The dense woven designs are designed to provide optimum insulation and warmth in a room, and they can be bought for a reasonable price. 

However, remember to open your curtains in the mornings to allow sunlight into your home, which might help to warm it up.

Know Your Radiators

Do you have a room or a few where you don’t spend a lot of time? To save energy, turn off the radiators or set them to the lowest heat and close the door(s).

Keep your heaters and radiators clear in the areas you do use so they can heat the room adequately. The heat will otherwise be transferred into the back of your sofa and other furniture blocking them. 

Change Your Provider Or Tariff

Although some people may find it difficult to change providers at the moment, this won’t always be like this. One of the best ways to save money on your energy bills is to change providers. Often you get a lower and new customer tariff for the first 12 months. If you are a loyal customer, though, it may be worth speaking to your current provider and seeing if they are able to offer a discount. 

Suppress Any Draughts

You’re undoubtedly used to draughts if you live in an ancient building. There are, however, techniques to limit the amount of wind that blows into your home.

To begin, do like your grandmother did and purchase a draught excluder to keep the chilly breeze from blowing beneath your door. Alternatively, cover the space with an old towel. Next, use a sealer, gaffer tape, or, if the gaps are significant, there are some products that use thin tubes to fill the gaps, to cover any cracks in your flooring and skirting boards.

Lower The Temperature On Your Thermostat

When you return home on a cold day, you might be tempted to set your thermostat to the highest setting, but it’s best to set it to around 18-20oC. Otherwise, your home will likely overheat and you may be tempted to open the windows, wasting energy. It’s claimed that lowering your thermostat by one degree will save you up to £75 each year.

Wrap Up Warm

When you’re sitting around watching TV, add an extra layer of clothing to the mix. Whether it’s a dressing gown, felt slippers, or some new loungewear, wrapping up can help you avoid having the heating on or so long and so high. If you’re really cold, wrap up in blankets, put on some warm socks, and fill up a hot water bottle. If your bedroom is always cold, put one in your bed as well.

These tips should help you to cut down on your energy bills. Do you have any other tips that may help? Please share them below.