UK homeowners have been encouraged to switch off eight appliances around their homes immediately to combat rising bill costs.
Saving money could be as simple as switching off an array of devices when not in use to cut costs, it has been advised.
Will Owen, energy expert at Uswitch said : “See if there are any household appliances you can switch off when they are not in use.
"The Energy Saving Trust estimates you can save around £35 a year by remembering to turn your appliances off properly, and not leaving them in standby mode.”
Appliances to ensure are turned off include:
- Chargers
- TVs
- Computers
- Heating
- Lights
- Dripping taps
- Dishwashers
- A/C units
Mr Owen also said: “You should also check if your bulbs are LEDs rather than less energy efficient ones, such as halogens.
"Every 50-watt halogen bulb that is swapped for an LED alternative saves households £3 a year. It may not seem like much, but it all adds up over every light in your home."
Michael Reading at Housetastic added: “Set a timer early in the morning so your home is nice and warm as you get ready for the day, and perhaps set a timer in the early evenings, but generally the heating does not need to be on all day.
“It is estimated that turning the thermostat down by just one degree can save up to 10% on a fuel bill, not to mention the amount of energy.
"Assess whether you really need to turn the heating to its highest temperature and instead aim for a comfortable heat.”
