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October 9, 2026
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New Here: How Can I Make My Energy Bills More Affordable?

  • October 9, 2026
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Hi everyone, I'm new to this community and looking forward to learning from your experiences. I'd love to know what practical steps you recommend for reducing electricity and gas bills without compromising everyday comfort. Are there any common energy-saving mistakes people should avoid?

Thanks in advance for your advice!

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juliamc
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October 9, 2026

Monitor how much energy you’re using (a smart meter will be the answer here). Turn down the flow temperature on your gas boiler, particularly if it’s a combi boiler. Concentrate on reducing use of electricity hungry appliances, generally those with a heating element, such as immersion heaters. Don’t use a tumble drier at all. You need to keep the home ventilated, but give it a 5 minute air change every day rather than leave windows open in cold weather.