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Do radiator covers block heat? Experts explain what impact they can have on energy bills
Radiator covers might look good, but could they be adding to your energy bill and making your home colder?
By Sara Hesikova
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How to bleed a radiator without a radiator key, according to heating experts
You don’t need a radiator key, but you should exercise caution
By Lauren Bradbury
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How much does it cost to run an oil-filled radiator? And how to save money when using one
This affordable and portable heating option could be the answer to your winter woes
By Lauren Bradbury
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How much does it cost to run an electric blanket? Here's what you need to know
We've done the maths to find out just how much running your electric blanket costs
By Rachel Ogden
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How much does it cost to run a fridge freezer? Your questions answered
We've worked it out – and have the lowdown on how to get cutting those costs
By Rachel Ogden
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Is your boiler flue steaming? It could be a sign you're wasting money on energy, expert warns
Watch out for this warning sign as it could save you a lot of money this winter season
By Sara Hesikova
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Should you heat the whole house or just the room you're using? These 5 things will help you decide
There isn’t a one-size-fits-all answer...
By Lauren Bradbury
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8 best heated clothes airers – tried and tested for drying clothes indoors, fast
The best heated clothes airers will speed up indoor drying times during cold or wet weather – here are our top recommendations from Lakeland, Dry:Soon, Minky, Argos, John Lewis, and more
By Amy Lockwood
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Martin Lewis reveals the cost of running Christmas lights - and it all depends on the type of lights you have
Are our twinkling lights expensive to enjoy over December?
By Amy Hunt
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Why is my radiator only hot at the top? Experts explain what this means and what you can do about it
If your radiator is cold at the bottom, we’ve got the info you need
By Lauren Bradbury
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What is the cheapest electric heater to run? Experts reveal the 'best product' for heating a room quickly
Experts advise on the cheapest electric heater to run, so you can be mindful of costs while staying warm this winter
By Jullia Joson
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This easy-to-install gadget can help slash your energy bills by 8% – and it's only £20
Do radiator reflectors actually work? Experts explain how you could save 8% on your energy bills with this £20 gadget
By Sara Hesikova
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Ceramic heater vs fan heater - there’s a clear winner if you want to heat your home on a budget this winter
Who wins the battle of the portable heaters?
By Lauren Bradbury
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How to balance radiators - the little-known household task experts swear will slash your energy bills this winter
When was the last time you balanced your radiators?
By Lauren Bradbury
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How much does it cost to run central heating for one hour?
And it’s going to become even more expensive soon
By Lauren Bradbury
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OVO Energy is offering free radiator keys to help households save £155 on energy bills – here's how to claim yours
Don't miss the chance to grab one
By Jullia Joson
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These 5 clever tricks will help you to heat your home without putting the heating on
With energy prices soaring, these are helpful to bear in mind to stay warm over the winter months
By Amy Hunt
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‘Is it worth the money?’ This is the tool our product testers use to rate every appliance’s cost-to-run value
The energy monitoring plug is the tool that could save your money and electricity
By Sara Hesikova
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Aldi's sellout heated clothes airers are back – with a new model that looks like Lakeland's for £80 less
The hit heated airer will be returning to stores from 23rd November
By Rebecca Knight
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National Grid's money-off energy scheme is back this winter – here's what you need to know
Your household could be eligible for money off your electricity bill
By Jullia Joson
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10 common dehumidifier mistakes to avoid, according to the experts
Are you using your dehumidifier all wrong?
By Millie Hurst
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Spooked by a noisy radiator? These are the sounds that could be bad news for your heating
Including how to stop them...
By Holly Cockburn
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Experts warn it’s *vital* to open your windows every day in winter - even when it's freezing
It’s probably the last thing you want to do, but it’s definitely a sensible move for the health of your home
By Amy Hunt
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Martin Lewis reveals the cheapest (and most underrated) way to stay warm this winter – and it's only £6
We've all been sleeping on this often-forgotten energy-saving buy
By Jullia Joson
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How to keep your house warm in winter – 24 budget-friendly ways to insulate your home
Keep cosy this season without upping those energy bills
By Amy Cutmore
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'It's absolute rubbish' – consumer expert Alice Beer warns against falling for this money-saving heating hack
This old folk's tale on saving energy isn't everything it was made out to be
By Jullia Joson
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This is how I'm staying warm this winter for less than £15
Hibernation season is in full swing
By Holly Cockburn