10 Ways to Reduce Your Energy Bill Without Freezing This Winter

Cutting costs doesn’t mean shivering. Here are 10 practical, no-fuss ways to stay warm and save money in the UK:

1. Turn Down the Thermostat by 1°C – Save ~£100/year.
2. Use Timers on Heating – Only heat when you need it.
3. Layer Up Indoors – Thermal socks, hoodies, and dressing gowns are cheaper than cranking the boiler.
4. Keep Doors Closed – Trap heat in lived-in rooms.
5. Use Thick Curtains – Close them by 4pm to stop heat escaping.
6. Put Reflective Foil Behind Radiators – Push heat back into the room (~£10).
7. Bleed Your Radiators – Cold spots = wasted energy.
8. Use Electric Throws or Heated Pads – Cheaper than heating a whole room (~£0.02/hour).
9. Draught-Proof Windows and Doors – See the article above!
10. Switch to a Cheaper Energy Tariff – Still possible to save by comparing providers.

💡 Staying warm is about being smart, not just cranking up the heat.