Winter Energy Saving Tips

Close your curtains

Windows are not as well insulated as your walls and can cause major heat loss. Closing your curtains when the sun goes down can keep the heat inside. We recommend thick curtains to stop heat loss which will help save money on your bills and help you stay warm this winter.

Eco Mode

Switch your average household appliances to eco mode to limit their energy usage and bring down your consumption. This is also something to bare this in when buying new appliances.

Switch off

Always remember to turn off devices rather than leave them on standby mode when they aren’t being used otherwise you will be wasting costly energy when you could be saving money.

LED technology

If you don’t already don’t should buy and install LED bulbs throughout your home or business, and these will use a lot less energy in comparison to traditional bulbs that use the most. Still, wondering how can save money on your average consumption? Get in touch with one of our energy experts today to find out more.

Reduce draughts

Some older homes will lose heat through draughts which can be found around doors and windows, window frames and chimney flue. Reducing draughts could save you around £25 a year on your bill. It is worth investing in professional draught proofing, but this can be costly, and you could be paying around £200 for materials and installation. You can also invest in a chimney draught excluder can help reduce your carbon footprint as it will help you save 70kg of carbon dioxide emissions as well as £17 a year on your bills.

Ever wondered what the average household consumption is based on each appliance? This is a commonly asked question that we have detailed below:

How much does a TV use?

A 55-inch smart TV uses roughly one unit of electricity to power around 12 hours of viewing which equals about 2 pence per hour.

How much does a dishwasher use?

Dishwashers only contribute to about 2% of your whole average bill. It lately depends on what model appliance is being used but an A+++ dishwasher can cost approximately £23 annually to run while B+ dishwashers can cost about £43 to run.

How much does a fridge freezer use?

A fridge freezer is a common household item which is a necessity and the larger it is the more power it will use. A fridge freezer can assume to be 8% of your bill. An A-rated fridge freezer can cost roughly £39 annually and a larger 525L model can take this price to £50.

How much does an oven use?

Ovens can contribute up to 3% of a homeowner’s energy bill. Ovens are another household item which can be expensive but is a necessity. A 3.3kw oven can cost homeowners up to £90 annually when used for an average of 30 minutes a day.

How much does a tumble dryer or washing machines use?

A tumble dryer is commonly known as a more costly home appliance that can contribute to up to 13% of your energy bill. It is estimated that the annual price of running a tumble dyer is £85. You can save on your bill by letting your washing dry on the line rather than using a dryer during the summer months.

How much do lighting and heating use?

Heating systems can use up to 27% of your bills with hot water taking up to 14% more than this. In addition to this, lighting can use up to 12% of a homeowner’s bills. Although this is a necessary item your home must be at the right temperature. Even making slight changes can have a substantial impact on your bills.

How much do other appliances use?

It is best practice to fill your kettle with a few cups of hot water to help cut the cost of using a kettle within the home. Boiling a kettle for 10 minutes per day can cost you up to £30 a year. Other appliances such as a desktop computer can contribute an added £15 a year when used every day. Having a tablet or laptop is considered far more energy efficient so it is worth switching to save on your household bills.

The size of your home or business

The size and surface area of your home or business is one of the biggest factors that will affect your average consumption. Each premise will have a different number of rooms and different requirements. The bigger your property, the more you will use it.

The number of devices

There will be a vast number of devices that are used every single day. If these devices are constantly left on standby, they will all be adding to your electricity bills. Devices such as heating controls, laptops, lighting, and kitchen appliances are all necessities that add to your energy costs.

Cavity wall insulation

If you are looking to save on your average electricity consumption, insulating your business will help with saving energy by preventing heat loss and air leaks. This is a long-term investment that will save you money overall.

Construction date

The age of your home will also reflect how energy efficient it will likely be. The older your home is, the more energy you will use which will have a knock-on effect on your average consumption.

Your lifestyle

One of the biggest factors that will affect your average consumption will be your lifestyle. How much power you use day to day will have a long-term effect on your average consumption.

Meter type

The type of meter you have will also influence your consumption. A newer smart thermostat automatically tells your energy provider your usage use based on your actual consumption. A smart thermostat ensures you will be paying an exact amount for what you are using and implement energy efficiency tips. Whereas older meters do not work in the same way and are not as exact which will influence how much you pay.