A radiator expert claimed this easy step could save you hundreds of pounds
An expert has urged Brits to make one simple change this month that he claims could help you save hundreds on your bills. This quick alteration could allow you to “save £270” a year, he said.
To help you save money on your energy bills, Stephen Hankinson, energy efficiency expert at Electric Radiators Direct, shared his advice. He said it’s a “good idea to keep an eye on your set heating temperature”.
Although March has so far seen parts of the UK continue to get lots of rain, temperatures will start to rise. Spring does tend to bring more frequent warmer days, so you’re less likely to need the heating on every day.
For this reason, Stephen advised lowering the temperature on your thermostat by just a small amount. He said: “But if you’re concerned about the early mornings being slightly chillier and you don’t want to turn your heating off completely, just reducing your heating temperature by 3C can help save energy bills.
“In fact, going by the latest average usage figures, dropping from 21C to 18C could save over £270 a year.” This calculation is based on information from The Energy Savings Trust, which says reducing your heating by one degree can save £90 a year.
It is important to note that the NHS advises that homes should be kept at at least 18C in the winter to prevent illness associated with cold weather. If you’re struggling to pay your energy bills it is worth checking if you’re eligible for any financial support.
You can visit the Citizens Advice website here to see what options there are.
Don’t forget to check this
With the clocks changing on March 29, Stephen issued a further word of advice. You want to make sure that your thermostat is set to the right time following the change.
He said: “It’s important to check your thermostat as soon as possible after the clocks spring forward on the 29th March. If your thermostat isn’t digital, you will need to manually adjust the time so that your heating turns on and off at the times you want it to.
“Most modern thermostats have smart features and will automatically adjust, but it’s worth double-checking.”
