According to research conducted by the University of York, the number of UK households struggling with their energy bills has risen to 12.1 million. With 43% of UK households spending 10% of their household income on gas and electricity, fuel poverty is likely to increase, posing a greater concern for households already struggling. We know how tough it can feel to find savings, so throughout this blog we’ll be providing our customers with the best possible tips from our Hertfordshire Specialists to help you save on your energy bills.
Why does Energy Efficiency Matter?
You might think that energy efficiency is about saving a few pounds here and there, but with rising energy prices pushing more households into fuel poverty, finding ways to cut monthly costs has never been more important. An efficient heating system doesn’t just lower bills, it helps make your house more comfortable, while also reducing unnecessary energy waste, which means a smaller carbon footprint and a positive impact on the environment.
Expert Tips to Reduce Heating Bills
Boiler Service and Maintenance
To save energy and lower your heating bill, it’s essential to maintain your boiler with annual servicing. Servicing minimises the risk of breakdown and helps lengthen the lifespan of your boiler, saving you more money in the long run. Another thing you might need to consider is lowering the boiler flow temperature, which is the temperature of the water when leaving the boiler and heading to your radiators. At 60 degrees or below the boiler condenses more efficiently, and extracts extra heat from exhaust gases, saving money on your bills.
Improve Radiator Efficiency
Over time, air becomes trapped in your heating system. This means that your radiators fill up with a mix of air and water, and results in your radiator feeling cold at the top and hot at the bottom. The result is your room taking longer to heat up. The solution to this is bleeding your radiators to remove trapped air and give you an efficient heating system.
Another affordable heating solution to improve efficiency is to use reflective foil placed behind your radiator. Radiators don’t just radiate heat into the room; they also emit heat backwards, so the reflective foil acts as a mirror for the heat and bounces back into the room. This tip means you require fewer heating hours to feel comfortable, cutting heating bills.
Ground and Air Source Heat Pumps
L.H. Cook currently offers a large range of renewable energy sources to save on your heating bills. One option is Ground Source Heat Pumps, which harness low-level heat from the ground through buried pipes. They use far less electrical energy than a boiler, essentially performing the same role, but are a far more affordable heating solution. Another renewable energy option we offer is Air Source Heat Pumps. These pumps are usually placed outside, at the rear of your property, and take heat from the air and transfer it to your property in the same way. This type of heat pump can run continuously at a low output rather than cycling on and off, avoiding wasteful overheating and keeping your space comfortable using less energy than a traditional boiler.
Reduce Hot Water Consumption
Reducing your heating bills isn’t always about upgrading your heating system; sometimes, you just need to take a step back and be mindful of your current usage levels. Little changes, such as reducing your shower time, using cold water for laundry, and fitting low-flow shower heads, will lower your energy and water bills.
In conclusion, reducing your heating bills doesn’t always require spending money first; a surprising amount of savings can be found through small changes or inexpensive maintenance; like bleeding your radiators, lowering your boiler flow temperature, or being mindful about your hot water usage. When these small tips are paired with professional maintenance from our Hertfordshire specialists, the change can make a real difference not just to your bills, but also to your home’s comfort and carbon footprint.
If you’re ready to take control of your energy bills then get in touch with us today for expert advice and support. https://lhcook.co.uk/
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