Heating error warning for UK households after Christmas
Experts warn a common heating mistake could cause devastating leaks and frozen pipes, leading to insurance claims over £75,000. Learn how to protect your home this winter.
Experts warn a common heating mistake could cause devastating leaks and frozen pipes, leading to insurance claims over £75,000. Learn how to protect your home this winter.
Motorists are urged to avoid a risky boiling water trick to defrost cars. Experts recommend a safer, cheaper household item method and explain proper defrost settings.
Staffordshire households earning under £36,000 could qualify for free heating upgrades worth up to £30,000 this winter under the Warm Homes: Local Grant scheme. Apply now to improve your home's energy efficiency.
The RAC has issued a vital six-point warning to help drivers avoid breakdowns in the cold. Follow the 'FORCES' checklist to stay safe on icy roads this winter.
As a 719-mile blizzard threatens the UK, drivers are warned of five crucial winter driving laws. Ignoring them could lead to hefty fines and penalty points. Stay safe and legal on the roads.
Sarah Smith from Bournemouth hasn't used her central heating for three decades. Discover her top energy-saving tips and how she stays warm for only £150 each winter.
A TikTok creator advises using newspaper or a towel to prevent frost on windscreens, a cheap and eco-friendly alternative to idling your engine. Save money and protect your health.
Motorists are being warned to increase stopping distances by up to ten times as a major snow storm is predicted to sweep across the UK. Experts share crucial winter driving advice to stay safe.
UK state pensioners are warned of rising energy costs as the new Ofgem price cap begins. Experts reveal TVs, microwaves, and tumble dryers are 'vampire devices' draining power. Learn how to save.
Gardening expert reveals a simple 10-minute mulching task to protect hydrangea roots from frost damage this winter, ensuring vibrant blooms return in spring.
UK households are asked to leave cranberries off their Christmas plates to help garden birds survive the frosty winter. Experts reveal festive foods to share and avoid.
Octopus Energy reveals three easy changes to cut energy costs by £240. Learn how draught proofing, thermostat control, and adjusting flow temperature can save you money this winter.
Health experts link poor foot care to a weakened immune system during flu season. Discover seven essential tips to keep feet warm, dry, and healthy this winter.
Heating experts warn drying clothes on radiators could add £55 to annual bills and cause mould. Discover efficient, cost-effective alternatives to keep your home warm and dry.
Motoring expert reveals why idling your car on frosty mornings is damaging, wasteful, and could lead to a hefty fine. Learn the correct way to prepare your vehicle.
Grant Store experts warn turning heating on and off wastes energy. Maintain a steady temperature for efficiency and lower bills this winter.
Julie Prince, a civil servant from Somerset, reveals 80% of her salary goes on bills. She can't afford heating and is ineligible for Universal Credit due to her mortgage. Read her story.
UK state pensioners are set for a series of extra payments worth up to £524.75 this winter. Find out if you're eligible for the Winter Fuel Payment and other support.
Prepare your car and plan your route with these vital tips to avoid breakdowns and stay safe on UK roads this festive season. A little preparation can make all the difference.
OVO Energy advises UK households that reducing thermostat temperature by just one degree could cut £90 from yearly bills. Learn more simple tips to slash costs.
A heating expert reveals the true meaning of numbers on your radiator valve. Adjusting to one specific setting can cut your annual bill by up to £180. Learn the simple trick today.
The Energy Saving Trust reveals how cavity wall insulation can cut £240 from annual energy costs for many UK households. Discover if your home is suitable and the key steps to take.
A motoring advisor reveals a simple button combination to clear a foggy car windscreen in seconds. Learn the steps and get essential winter driving safety tips from the RAC.
Pensioners in Walsall tower blocks feel like 'second-class citizens' after their social landlord, WHG, ended a subsidy, causing gas prices to soar from 4p to 17.67p/kWh. Read the full story.
As winter arrives, ensure your boiler is safe and efficient. A professional service can cut energy bills and prevent costly emergencies. Get a trusted engineer via Checkatrade's £1,000 guarantee.
Over four million UK households will receive automatic £25 Cold Weather Payments from DWP to help with heating bills this winter. Find out if you qualify.
Experts warn British Gas, EDF, EON, Ovo and Octopus customers of the severe health and property risks of turning heating off completely this winter. Discover safer ways to save.
A simple A4 paper test can identify draughty windows, allowing homeowners to slash energy costs. One resident saved £50 with a 15-minute fix, making their home warmer instantly.
Octopus Energy reveals a simple thermostat tweak that could save households up to £145 on energy bills. Discover how to heat your home more efficiently this winter.
Octopus Energy and EDF advise draught-proofing to combat heat loss. Simple measures could save households £80 yearly on energy bills while keeping homes warmer.