Top tips to save you energy and money in your home

• Turn your heating down by just one degree; it can reduce your fuel bill by 10 percent!
• Use low energy bulbs where possible – they’re cheaper to run and last much longer.
• Draw the curtains when it goes dark to keep in the warmth.
• Look out for the energy-saving logo when you shop for new appliances like a washing machine or fridge.  ‘A’ rated appliances are the most efficient.
• If you have a shower in your property, use it rather than filling the bath – it uses just a third of the water, therefore saving water as well as energy.
• Don’t leave your TV and other electric appliances on stand-by – switch them off to save fuel.
• Making a hot drink? Only boil the amount of water you need.
• Switch off the lights in rooms you’re not using.
• Save in the kitchen; put lids on saucepans and use just enough water to cover the food.
• Use your heating controls properly; this will save you money as well as energy.
• Defrost freezers regularly, as this will keep them running efficiently and will reduce running costs.

Ensuring adequate insulation in your home can also save you money and waste less energy. Barnet Homes works together with Baring Insulation to ensure your property is insulated.
You can either:

• Contact Baring Insulation direct on 01727 860004 advise them you are a Barnet Homes tenant and they will attend, assess and they will carry out a survey and any necessary works. You will not have to pay for this service, as Baring will invoice Barnet Homes. 
•  Alternatively, we can contact Baring on your behalf. Please call the free phone number and speak to an advisor.
• If you contact Barnet Homes or Baring and the budget for the year has been spent, then you will be added to a waiting list and your works prioritised for the next financial year.

For further advice on how you can be more energy efficient please see our Energy Saving tips click link