If you're on a cash diet, cutting down on energy consumption will slim down your costs while reducing your carbon footprint.
Invest in more durable and long-lasting hardware. The old adage is true: you get what you pay for, so do your research to make the most of your dollar.
Install low-flow shower heads. They'll cut down hot water usage by 30 per cent, leading to noticeable savings.
Draft-proof your windows and doors. Install doubleglazed windows to avoid cranking up the heat.
Turn off boilers and heating pumps in the summer and have your system checked. An improperly maintained control system can increase costs by around 20 per cent.
Use energy-efficient lighting. Low wattage lighting gets a bad rap, but today's LED light bulbs have a more natural glow, and will save you 80 per cent in energy costs.
