Energy costs remain one of the biggest pressures on household budgets, and cutting your energy use is a win financially and environmentally. If you've ever put on an extra layer instead of switching on the heating, you're not alone. Here are five ways to save that actually work, ranked by impact.
One: upgrade your glazing. Windows are one of the biggest sources of household heat loss, and A-rated double or triple glazing is the single most transformative fix, warmth that stays in, bills that come down, comfort you feel immediately.
Two: replace draughty doors. An ageing front or back door leaks heat constantly. Modern composite and uPVC doors seal properly and insulate throughout.
Three: sort the conservatory roof. An old polycarbonate roof pours heat out in winter and cooks the room in summer. An insulated replacement roof fixes both.
Four: use your heating controls intelligently. Timers, thermostats and zone controls make sure you're only heating the rooms you're using, when you're using them.
Five: fix the small leaks. Letterboxes, keyholes, worn seals and unused chimneys all add up, cheap fixes with real returns.
Want to know where your home is losing most? Ask us for a free efficiency assessment of your windows, doors and roof.