We're back at that time of year when we've started to put the heating back on. But instead of going back to your usual temperature on the thermostat, why not turn it down by one degree to save energy (and of course money).

Wait for a day and see how it feels. If you’re still feeling OK, turn it down another degree, and wait and see. And so on.

As soon as you start to feel a bit too cold, turn it back up by one degree. Make a note of the setting – this is the temperature setting for you and your household.

Most families are happy with a setting somewhere between 18˚C and 21˚C but you may need it warmer if there are any elderly people living in the property. Just find the lowest temperature that you’re comfortable with. Then you can be sure you’re not using too much energy to have a comfortable home.

More information on heating controls can be found here.

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