From turning down thermostats to make savings to installing reflectors to push warmth back into your home
“When it comes to staying warm and saving energy, small changes can make a big difference,” says Sarah Pennells, a consumer finance specialist at the investment company Royal London.
First, use a timer if your boiler or thermostat has one.
For more control, you could switch to a smart thermostat, which will connect your heating system to the internet. This will let you control your thermostat remotely, usually through a mobile app, meaning you can turn your heating off or down if you have had an unexpected change of plan. A smart thermostat effectively adds a timer to a boilerYou can then use the app to schedule heating and hot water.
Smart thermostats vary and can offer different features, including multi-room control, hot water control, and “geofencing” to track when you leave and enter your home. They typically cost between £60 and £250, depending on the make and model.
