In a bid to help you get some easy energy efficiency DIY jobs done around the house, we thought we’d do a “how to” series of blogs with some handy tips for completing simple tasks that could really help you save energy. For more easy energy efficient DIY tips, visit the npower blog.

1. How to set your thermostat
Setting your thermostat
Setting your thermostat correctly is one of the best ways to ensure Sub headings
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thermostats, like certain models of programmable room
thermostat controllers, can be adjusted using the buttons on the
face of the unit.
3 The ideal room temperature for most homes is around 18
degrees Celsius but you may prefer to set it a little higher to 20 or
21 degrees if you or somebody living with you is elderly. However,
remember that increasing the temperature by just one degree can
cost around an extra £55 a year.
4 Finally, look out for other ways to save energy. If you have many
people around at the same time, you may be able to turn your
thermostat down a few degrees. You should also look out for any
ways to increase the efficiency of your central heating system, like
clearing any air blockages in radiators by bleeding them.
For more easy energy efficient DIY tips, visit the npower blog.
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