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How to install a water butt - make the most of the rainy weather with these expert tips
Make the most of summer showers and keep your plants looking lush by installing a water butt in your garden. Here's what you need to know before you buy...
By Natalie Davies
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The 5 household appliances experts warn you should always unplug during the summer
You might experience issues with overheating if you don’t unplug them entirely…
By Amy Hunt
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Energy bills are set to reduce by 7% from July as Ofgem announces the energy price cap continues to drop
It's good news all around as the energy price cap drops for the second consecutive quarter
By Sara Hesikova
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How much does it cost to run an oil-filled radiator? And how to save money when using one
This affordable and portable heating option could be the answer to your winter woes
By Lauren Bradbury
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How much does it cost to run central heating for one hour?
And it’s going to become even more expensive soon
By Lauren Bradbury
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How much electricity does a slow cooker use? It’s even cheaper than you’d think
Cooking ‘low and slow’ could be the key to lower energy bills
By Lauren Bradbury
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How much does it cost to run a fridge freezer? Your questions answered
We've worked it out – and have the lowdown on how to get cutting those costs
By Rachel Ogden
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How much does it cost to run a hot tub after the July energy price gap change?
Wondering how much it costs to run a hot tub? We've got everything you need to know to help you save money
By Rachel Ogden
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The 5 home appliances you should never leave on standby to avoid high energy bills
Don’t leave these 5 appliances on standby if you don’t want to pay the high price
By Sara Hesikova
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Wood burner vs open fire: which should you choose?
They both make great additions to the home, but let's find out which comes out on top
By Katie Sims
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A new accessible heat pump system has landed in the UK from Sweden – it promises to be a game-changer
It aims to take UK homes off gas boilers for good
By Jullia Joson
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There's still time to claim £150 off your energy bills using the Warm Home Discount – here's how
What you need to do now to apply to the scheme
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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Ofgem delivers good news as energy bills are set to drop by over 12% from this April
Ofgem announces the new energy price cap figure which will take effect from 1st April
By Sara Hesikova
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Ofgem announces switching energy providers will be as quick as 5 days – otherwise customers will receive £30
If your energy provider switch isn't complete in 5 working days, you'll be entitled to £30 compensation from April
By Sara Hesikova
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How to fix a radiator leak in 5 simple steps
Try these DIY steps before calling out a professional
By Lauren Bradbury
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How to use a storage heater - the best way to use the controls to heat your home efficiently
Get the most out of storage heaters and keep your house toasty warm during winter
By Katie Sims
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This Argos heater has over 2,000 five-star reviews and is currently on sale for under £20
Our favourite budget heater just got even more affordable
By Rebecca Knight
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This £5 winter warmer has fans 'running' to Aldi – snap one up before it's too late
It's the perfect WFH companion this chilly January
By Jullia Joson
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Martin Lewis reveals we're all wasting money on this classic hot water mistake – but it's so easy to fix
This little boiler trick could save you precious pennies this winter
By Rebecca Knight
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How to keep your house warm in winter – 26 budget-friendly ways to insulate your home
Keep cosy this season without upping those energy bills
By Amy Cutmore
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Aldi is selling a new oil-filled radiator and fan heater that cost just pennies to run – and they cost less than £30
Stay warm this winter for less
By Jullia Joson
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5 ways to warm up a room that's always cold without cranking up the heating
Struggling to stop a room feeling cold, no matter how hard you try? Here's how to turn your room from chilly to snuggly
By Katie Sims
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Pay £0 boiler tax this month – BOXT is running a 'January Price Freeze' that could save households up to £120
No heat pump? No problem
By Jullia Joson
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How to clean solar panels – and why your bills might go up if you don’t
Everything you need to know about how to clean solar panels, maintain them and ultimately ensure they keep making you money
By Luke Edwards
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Oil-filled radiator vs fan heater - which one is best for staying warm on a budget this winter?
We pipped these two portable heaters against each other
By Lauren Bradbury
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Your home could be eligible for a free heat pump from Octopus Energy – here's what you need to know
Government grants can bring the cost of installing a heat pump down to that of a gas boiler
By Jullia Joson
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Do radiator covers block heat? Experts explain what impact they can have on energy bills
Radiator covers might look good, but could they be adding to your energy bill and making your home colder?
By Sara Hesikova