Hints & Tips at HomeWe all want to do our bit. Safety, sustainability and energy efficiency are important to us all. Sometimes it’s the little things that can make a big difference, particularly when we act collectively. Here are some top tips to help at home. |
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If your charger has an LED to show it’s in use, it is still using energy until you switch it off at the wall or unplug it.
Fitting a new insulating jacket to a bare hot water tank can save over £100 per year. Costing just a few pounds, the investment can pay itself off in a few months.
Keeping extract fans and vents clean and clear from obstruction reduces energy use and makes then work more efficiently.
When did you last test your smoke alarm? Make sure it will work when you need it by testing it weekly. #TestItTuesday
Draught excluders are a cheap way of cutting out the chill from poorly fitting doors and windows. Most are also easy to fit, a simple DIY task.
Still using tungsten, halogen or fluorescent bulbs? Changing to LED lighting can save energy and money.
Think before your print. Reducing the amount of material you print has a long list of benefits including saving paper, chemicals and electricity. More and more offices and industries are going paper free, so think about how you can reduce any printing you do.
Are your heating costs literally going through the roof? Check to ensure you have 250-270 mm of loose roll loft insulation and top up if necessary.
