| | The surest way to save gas is to use less of it! Sounds obvious doesn’t it? But by insulating our home efficiently we can do more to cut down on home consumption than all the other efficiency measures combined. And if you need advice on how to insulate, all you have to do is click here! Once you’ve shored up your house, maybe you should give the old boiler some attention too! Old and inefficient heating systems will waste money in dribs and drabs now; and burn a real hole in your pocket in the future – particularly if they break down. So service the boiler regularly and avoid big repair bills. And don’t forget the little everyday things. Close your curtains in the colder weather to keep the warmth in. When using your gas stove, make sure you use the optimum burner for the pan you’re using. The bigger the burner, the bigger the drain on the gas supply. You can pre-boil cooking water in the kettle before you even turn on the stove. It all adds up to some significant savings over the weeks, months and years. |