Simple Saving Tips for Your Energy Bill

There are often a few very easy things you can do to cut your energy use straight away, and without spending lots of money. Here are a few things that might be helpful: 



1. Opt for Low Energy Lighting

Fitting a low energy bulb whenever you change a lightbulb will cut your electricity bill without having any other impact on your household. 

There are two main types of energy efficient light bulbs available in the market. Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs) and Compact Fluorescent Lamps (CFLs). Both are cost-effective options for most general lighting requirements.

2. Take showers instead of baths

If you can take a shower instead of having a bath, this is a great way to save money on your energy bills. A five-minute shower can use about a third of the water of a bath. The less water you use, the less energy you need to heat the hot water, and the lower your energy bills will be.

3. Reduce tumble dryer use

Tumble dryers use a fair amount of electricity to heat the air, to run the fan and motor. Use your washing machine’s fast spin function to get as much water out of the clothes as possible before you use tumble dryer to dry them. And dry your clothes outside when possible and only use the tumble dryer when fully loaded will reduce your energy bills.

4. Turn down thermostat

If your heating system has a main heating thermostat, or a programmer where you can set the temperature, turn down your main thermostat just one degree it will cut your heating bills straight away, and you should not feel any difference.

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