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The festive season is here, cosy nights, Christmas dinners, and twinkling lights. But all this cheer can make your energy bills soar! To help lessen the stress and enable you to enjoy more family time this Christmas, we’ve put together our top six simple ways to keep your home warm and festive while saving money and energy.
Set a timer for your Christmas lights and unplug devices
Christmas lights make the holidays magical, but leaving them on for hours—especially overnight—uses a lot of energy. Use a timer to have them shine during the evening and turn off when everyone’s asleep.
Also, remember that devices like TVs, chargers, and consoles still use power when left on standby. Switch them off at the socket to save energy effortlessly.
Turn down the thermostat while cooking or hosting
Cooking for Christmas? The heat from your oven will warm the kitchen, so lower your thermostat to save energy.
When hosting, body heat from guests will naturally keep the house warm. Try lowering the thermostat temperature by one or two degrees—it’ll still be cosy, and you’ll save on your heating bill.
Use shower timers to save hot water
With guests visiting, showers may run longer than usual, which uses extra hot water and energy. Shower timers are an easy fix. Set a limit of 4-5 minutes to help everyone take quicker showers and save on your energy bills.
Cook smart: Use slow cookers or air fryers
Christmas dinner doesn’t have to mean sky-high energy costs. Appliances like slow cookers or air fryers use less energy than ovens and are perfect for smaller dishes.
For a planet-friendly option, try a vegetarian or vegan dish—they often cook faster and save energy!
Switch to LED Christmas lights
Did you know that LEDs can use up to 85% less energy than other light bulbs? . They’re brighter, last longer, and cost less to run. Whether it’s your tree, windows, or garden, LEDs are a simple way to keep your home festive without raising your energy bills.
Lower the heating in empty rooms
On busy days like Christmas, you’ll likely spend most of your time in the living or dining room. Turn down or switch off the radiators in unused rooms to avoid heating spaces you don’t need. Using TRVs (Thermostatic Radiator Valves) lets you control heating in each room, helping you save even more.
Celebrate the season without worrying about energy costs!
Enjoy all the magic of Christmas while keeping your bills in check. We are here to help you make the most of your energy—this holiday season and beyond! Want to know more about energy and money saving tips and tricks? Make sure to get in touch with the team today to discover more ways you can save money on energy bills with solar.
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