Winter is almost over, and as we approach springtime, many people will be dreaming of warmer days so they do not have to worry about their heating bills anymore.
It is important to ensure your home is warm during the colder months, but energy bills tend to spike in winter due to the higher demand, which can strain your monthly budget.
However, Stephen Day, a heating engineer at iHeat, has shared that warming your home may not be a worry in a few weeks as the end of March is the best time to turn off your heating.
In the UK, the average outdoor temperature in late March has been predicted to be 14C, so you can stay comfortable indoors without constantly having to turn on the heating.
Stephen said: “This means the last week of March is the best time to think of switching off your heating as this consistent rise in temperature means you’re less likely to feel the chill and need to pop your radiators on.”
Knowing when to switch radiators off can help you save a little bit of money next month as British households are spending £6.08 to £12.16 heating their home every day.
Stephen said: “Over a week, this could cost households anywhere between £42.56 and £85.12 – that’s enough to cover your weekly food shop!”
The exact cost will depend on how long the heating is on and what type of boiler they have as well, but you can take a few simple steps now to help cut down the cost of energy bills.
How to conserve energy while keeping your home comfortable for the rest of winter
It may seem simple, but having a well-insulated home can significantly reduce bills and ensure that your home warms up quicker in the winter.
Having double-glazed windows is the most obvious way to keep heat in the home, but thick curtains should also be considered in colder rooms.
Heavy curtains can create a barrier between the heat inside a home and the cold air near a window, which will keep the air warmer for much longer.
Consider keeping furniture away from radiators so heat can easily travel around a room, and ensure you have rugs, as this will also prevent heat from escaping through the floor.
Stephen said: “Good insulation helps maintain steady indoor temperatures without needing constant heating, which is important when outdoor temperatures vary like they can in spring. This includes sealing draughts around windows and doors.”
Try to block any draughts that can come from doors or windows by using draught excluders, which are a cheap way to block cold air coming into a room to keep them warm.
Draught excluders are made of thick material, so they will make a space feel cosier. All you have to do is put them in front of a door or window, so there is no DIY needed to install them.
Taking the time to insulate your home will reduce energy bills and window condensation, so there is less chance of dealing with mould.
Insulating your home can be simple and only takes a few minutes, so you can stay warm and comfortable during winter without much effort.
