Carbon monoxide is a silent killer. Every year in the UK it kills around 50 people and sends 4000 to A&E for emergency treatment. Make sure you get all your combustion appliances properly serviced and fit an alarm. Good quality alarms are available from most DIY suppliers and take minutes to fit. It could save your life!

Thermal or heavy blinds and curtains can help trap heat and reduce draughts. Close them at night to reduce heating bills.

Thermostatic radiator valves (TRVs) help ensure your heating is evenly distributed where you need it. Check them to make sure they are set properly so each area reaches the temperature you need and gets no hotter.

When was the last time you switched energy supplier. Regularly changing to the right tariff can save you money by reducing your energy costs. If you rent a property and pay the energy bills yourself the law says you should be able to choose your own energy supplier.

Still using tungsten, halogen or fluorescent bulbs? Changing to LED lighting can save energy and money.

Smart meters help you track your energy use in pounds and pence. They can help educate you and your family to reduce your energy bills.

Smart controls can help ensure your home is comfortable and energy efficient.

Washing a small load of clothes? Check you washing machine’s settings to see if you can use the “half load” programme to save water and energy.