Practical advice for reducing energy bills
The best heating schedule depends on your property type. Here are optimised timings for common Lancashire homes to save £150-£300 yearly.
25 November 2024A standard shower uses 40-60 litres while a bath uses 80 litres. But power showers can use more than a bath in just eight minutes.
4 November 2024The average Lancashire home wastes £60-£80 per year on standby power. Here's how to find the worst offenders and cut the waste.
31 October 2024Condensation causes 80% of damp problems in Manchester terraces. Here is how to identify, prevent and fix damp in older homes.
15 October 2024Switching all bulbs to LED saves a typical Lancashire home £50-£100 per year on electricity. Here is a room-by-room guide to the upgrade.
13 September 2024Most Lancashire homes waste 20-30% of their heating by heating every room the same. Here is how to heat each room efficiently.
12 August 2024Smart thermostats save older homes £80-£180 per year on heating. Here is which models work best and whether the investment pays off.
5 July 2024Draughty Lancashire cottages can be made warmer with £200-£2,000 of targeted improvements. Here are the most effective fixes.
7 June 2024Time-of-use tariffs save some North West households £300+ per year but cost others more. Here is how to work out if one suits you.
16 May 2024The best energy tariffs in the North West save households up to £300 per year. Here are the top deals for different usage patterns.
13 May 2024