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With the colder months ahead, Britons have been urged to get ready for when their energy bills go up by kitting out their homes to be more energy efficient.<\/p>\n
Ryan Fitzgerald, owner of Up Homes, told Express.co.uk\u00a0readers they can slash their bills by upgrading their appliances around the home.<\/p>\n
He said one of the \u201cunsung heroes\u201d for improving energy efficiency is LED lights as they can consume up to 90 percent less energy.<\/p>\n
He said \u201cswitching is a no-brainer\u201d for anyone who has less efficient lights in their home at the moment.<\/p>\n
The home improvement expert said another appliance not many people consider getting installed is an enabled smart thermostat.<\/p>\n
READ MORE <\/strong> National Grid to pay Britons to reduce electricity usage<\/strong><\/p>\n Mr Fitzgerald said: \u201cApart from the futuristic feel, they allow for more accurate temperature control, and some utility companies even offer rebates for these.<\/p>\n \u201cAnd speaking of tech, don’t sleep on getting your furnace or boiler a quick tune-up. It’s like giving your car a service; it just runs better.\u201d<\/p>\n He said he had a client last year who slashed their bills by 10 percent by lowering their thermostat by five to eight degrees centigrade for around eight hours a day.<\/p>\n Don’t miss… <\/strong> We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you’ve consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info<\/p>\n The same client was also able to improve their heating efficiency with some simple changes. He explained: \u201cI advised the same client to seal those pesky gaps around doors and windows.<\/p>\n \u201cYou’d be surprised how much heat escapes from such tiny spaces. They opted for weatherstripping and a bit of acrylic latex caulk. The difference? They claimed their living room felt cosier within a day.\u201d<\/p>\n He said people can get \u201cimmense\u201d savings on their energy bills by upgrading their homes and also save on repair costs.<\/p>\n Mr Fitzgerald commented: \u201cA friend of mine upgraded their attic insulation and saved a bundle on their energy bill. We’re talking hundreds over the winter.<\/p>\n \u201cOn the flip side, by neglecting issues like water damage in the attic, another homeowner I knew ended up with mould issues that cost them thousands in professional remediation.\u201d<\/p>\n Britons who want a thorough appraisal of how they can improve their home may also benefit from getting an energy efficiency audit.<\/p>\n The energy expert said he worked with a couple who had an audit and found it to be an \u201ceye-opening\u201d experience.<\/p>\n He said: \u201cBased on the recommendations, they insulated their windows with heat-shrink plastic sheets, added some chic insulated drapes, and even upgraded their ancient attic insulation.<\/p>\n \u201cA year later, they not only reported substantial savings but also said that their home felt consistently warm throughout the harsh winter.\u201d<\/p>\n For the latest personal finance news, follow us on Twitter at @ExpressMoney_.<\/b><\/p>\n![](\"https:\/\/cdn.images.express.co.uk\/img\/dynamic\/23\/590x\/secondary\/Energy-saving-tips-LED-lights-4946116.jpg?r=1694002028067\")
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