As winter fast approaches many families are trying to find many ways in which to save money and reduce heating bills whilst still keeping the home warm and cosy. There are many different ways in which to do this but it is also very important to watch out for different energy saving scams. There are many unscrupulous individuals who will try and take advantage of homeowners looking to save money on their heating. Some will try to do this by enticing people to buy gadgets and products that are expensive but that promise to help save money on bills and heating. Sadly the reality is somewhat different. It is thus important for homeowners to make themselves aware of how to save money on heating this winter in a safe way and to research the many scams currently taking place in order to avoid falling foul of such fraud.
Ways in which to save money on heating bills
There are many different ways in which to save money on heating bills whilst still keeping the home warm. One of the most effective ways in which to do this is through investing in double glazing for the windows in a home. It is also possible to have triple glazing installed. Double glazed windows will reduce the amount of energy and heat that leave the home and will also reduce the amount of cold air and draughts that can enter the home. Another key way in which to save energy is to insulate the home. The can be done through loft insulation or cavity wall insulation. Both of these options will help any home retain a lot of heat and will reduce the need for high levels of heating within the home. Another popular way in which to reduce heating costs is through draught proofing the home. This involves taping up and stopping any gaps or holes around doors and windows to prevent heat loss and draughts entering the home.
A common scam to watch out for
One of the most recent scams to hit innocent householders is the ‘energy-saving plug’. Many fraudsters pedalling this device claim to be working with energy-saving companies. The plug costs £99 and many fraudsters claim that it can save up to forty percent on energy bills this winter. However, many people who have purchased the plug have been very disappointed. Not only do these plugs fail to save any energy at all but they also fail to comply with health and safety regulations for electrical devices. This means that these plugs put many households at risk of electrocution or fire. It is imperative to be on guard against such companies. Although callers may seem very knowledgeable about their product, the gas supplier that the household is with and in some cases the householder’s credit or debit card details the product being sold is very fraudulent. Anyone looking to save money on heating bills should instead consider more tried and tested methods such as double glazing, loft insulation, cavity wall insulation and draught proofing.
This post was written on behalf of Stormclad, who supply windows in Nottingham.
