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Which energy-efficient home improvements are the most cost-effective?
As energy costs having been rising, reaching an astounding 59% above their winter 2021/22 levels, and online searches regarding energy bills see an 80% uptick, many homeowners are looking for ways to enhance the energy efficiency of their homes, aiming to cut costs.
The question that looms is: which home enhancements genuinely yield the highest energy bill savings? Furthermore, what’s the timeframe for recouping the initial investment?
The experts at chartered surveyors Stokemont have analysed the initial costs and average energy bill savings of energy-efficient home upgrades for households across the UK and this is what they found:
Based on the findings, opting for LED light bulbs instead of traditional incandescent ones stands out as a highly economical and swift energy-efficient enhancement for your home.
With a modest initial cost averaging just £5, making …
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How I got £200 by switching to E.ON Next
My gas and electric bills are scary! Finding ways to cut down on energy costs is a top priority for many households, so my recent transition to E.ON Next have given me £200 so far and hopefully will help me to save more too on my energy. Here are three ways this energy provider is keeping more money in my pocket.
- A generous £100 smart meter incentive:
One of the standout features that drew me to E.ON Next was their enticing £100 incentive for installing a smart meter. Beyond the environmental benefits of smart meters, E.ON Next’s commitment to rewarding customers for embracing this technology showcases a dedication to both sustainability and customer satisfaction.
Not only does the smart meter provide real-time insights into my energy consumption, but it also came with a significant financial …
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Energy price cap increase – how to save money
Saving money on energy costs in the UK, especially with the energy price cap has increased, requires a combination of smart habits and making informed choices. Here are some tips to help you save money on your energy bills:
Switch providers:
Regularly compare energy prices and consider switching to a cheaper provider. The price cap sets a limit on how much a unit of energy can cost, but it doesn’t cap your total bill. Switching to a cheaper tariff can still save you money. I am with E.on and they are offering £50 under the price cap. Try to understand your energy tariff. Some tariffs offer lower rates during off-peak hours. If your lifestyle allows, consider shifting your energy usage to these times. Some energy providers offer free energy audits. Take advantage of these to …
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Save money now by changing your energy provider
Household energy usage is soaring with everyone at home during the lockdown meaning higher bills are on their way. But anyone who has not switched their energy provider in the last 12 months is likely to be able to make big savings by switching to a better deal.
A comparison site may give you some good information on what options are available, but you still have to choose which new tariff you think is best for you and then make the switch yourself – which is not much fun and takes time.
So, if you want to save but can’t fact the hassle or confusion of trying to do it yourself, go to www.flipper.co.uk and subscribe to their energy auto-switching service.
It’s a simple process and free to sign up. Flipper search the market for …
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BillHub launches to simplify spliting and managing shared bills
Free-to-use utility billing service, BillHub has launched in the UK. It is designed to allow housemates – from students to young professionals – to split all their monthly bills and keep track of the exact outgoing payments from all parties online or via an app.
The BillHub makes the bill payment process more convenient, transparent and secure for renters. With the number of renters rising, since deposits are getting higher, it’s annoying that one person has to pay the bills and claim money from other occupants, so BillHub could be a great solution.
Users of the platform can mix and match the energy and internet providers they want from a range of providers which BillHub has partnered with – these include energy providers GenRent and Spark Energy, and broadband companies Virgin Media, Plusnet and TenTel. …
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Save money on heating oil
Heating your home over the winter can take a significant chunk out of your annual budget, and while none of us want to be uncomfortable in our own house, we’re all looking for ways to reduce our heating bills.
If you live in a rural area and use heating oil to heat your home, here are our tips on how you can get the most for your money.
The most important thing you need to keep in mind when trying to save money on your heating oil bills is that you should never suffer for the sake of saving a bit of money. It’s important to keep warm over winter, as not only will being cold in your home make you miserable, but prolonged exposure to the cold will increase your risk of illness.
This …
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How do smart thermostats save you money?
You are no doubt turning up your thermostat as the cold snap has well and truly kicked in. Wouldn’t it be great if you had an intelligent thermostat that could control temperature for you, works with an app that allows you to set a monthly energy budget, and looks good too?
There are a range of new clever thermostats, from Google’s Nest, to German company’s tado, Netatmo and more. But I think I found a thermostat that offers the same functionality, but isn’t as expensive as the rivals, since it’s at least £50 cheaper!
Spanish energy company momit has some affordable and stylish thermostats for energy conscious consumers who want an intelligent device to control household temperature and save money.
Let’s look at their flagship product – the momit Home Thermostat has an attractive display …
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New app for forecasting energy bills
Wouldn’t it be great if you could see your energy consumption on an app…in money terms?
Well lucky npower customers can do that. The energy provider has launched a new consumer app which can help you to forecast your bills. Available for both Android and IOS platforms, the app’s most distinguishing feature, the timeline, is an industry first (according to them).
The app enables npower customers to better handle their energy accounts – and so their finances – with improved and more intuitive account management. Features include:
- Unique timeline function to see past and future consumption, account events and payments
- Ability to submit meter readings
- View a history of bills, payments and meter reads
- Online chat facilities to help customers with queries
The npower app is available for customers to download from the Apple …
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5 ways to save money on energy bills while you’re away
Don’t pay for utilities (energy) that you aren’t using while you’re on holiday. While some of us have been on holiday, others are yet to go. Whether you will be in another country, off to a festival or even a staycation in the UK, here are some tips to reduce energy consumption while you’re away.
Now you know that I don’t have much time, with a full time job, kids, household to run, so why reinvent the wheel? I found these great tips from home efficiency experts Zenith Home. Making these small changes will ensure your bills are at a minimum when you are out and about on holiday.
1. Give your fridge a break too
Your fridge is most energy efficient when it is stocked up but for most of us, prior to …
