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1) Weather proofing:
Sealing windows, heating ducts and other services can reduce your bill massively.
2) Energy Audit:
Getting your home or workplace audited can give you a detailed understanding about the heating and light usage. Having this understanding, will ultimately lead you to be more energy savvy and hence reduce the cost of your utility bill.
3) Lights:
Getting energy efficient light bulbs is a great way to reduce your bills and it doesn’t require a massive effort. You can simply fit them as any other incandescent bulb.
4) Sunlight:
Often in the winter months, sunlight is hard to come by, but where possible let the sunlight come into your house, by opening the curtain, so it can naturally heat the home. Similarly in the summer, you can use light coloured blinds which will reflect the heat out and hence, keep the home cooler.
5)Technology:
Thanks to technology, you can programme your thermostat so that you only pay for energy you use, such as when you’re at work, you don’t need the central heating to be on at home if the house is unoccupied. By programming your thermostat you can have it ready to heat up the house again 30mins before your arrive.
6)Water:
you can install low-flow shower heads or even temperature sensitive shower valves. If possible, also put a water heater jacket, which will help keep the water in the tank hot for longer.
7) Appliances:
By using high energy rated appliances such as fans and other electronic items you will be sure to be start saving money instantly. Typically home appliances account for around 20% of the total utility bill so being efficient really does pay, especially since you don’t have to change your spending habits.
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