your home guide for autumn and winter
We want to help you stay safe, warm and well this winter.
This guide brings together practical tips and simple repair guidance to support healthy homes and confident customers.
If you need extra help, our team is here with free, confidential support.
autumn and winter tips
Heating your home can be harder during colder months, especially with rising costs
Here are some simple ways to stay warm and save energy:
- Set your thermostat between 18°C and 21°C.
- Use radiator valves to heat the rooms you use most.
- Lower the flow temperature on your boiler to help it run better.
- Set heating timers so it only comes on when you need it.
- Take regular meter readings to keep bills accurate.
- Open curtains during the day to let in warmth, and close them at night to keep heat in.
- Wash clothes at lower temperatures to save energy.
- Keep radiators clear of furniture and clothes so heat can spread.
- Use LED bulbs and unplug devices when not in use.
Prevent damp and mould:
- Open windows when cooking or showering.
- Use extractor fans and trickle vents if you have them.
- Wipe away condensation from windows and walls.
- Dry clothes outside if you can.
- Move furniture away from walls to help air flow.
- Clean small patches of mould safely.
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Get ready for colder weather:
- If it is safe, clear gutters and downpipes.
- Sweep leaves from paths and driveways.
- Cover or store garden furniture.
- Protect outdoor taps with insulation covers.
- Secure anything that could blow away in strong winds.