With the summer weather still yet to actually arrive we are running out of time for the sunshine to appear. Unfortunately this means that the winter weather is closer and as well as the rain well be getting the cold too.



Thankfully there are ways to save yourself those pennies when it comes to your heating with the following tips:





Loft insulation:



Research has shown that approximately 50% of the heat generated by the average family home is lost via the walls and loft space if it is not insulated. The recommended thickness of lost insulation is 270mm, this will stop heat rising though the structure of the house and disappearing into the air.



Studies into energy saving has proven that you can save up to 220 a year on heating bills if you invest in loft insulation. You dont have to spend a fortune on having a professional fit the material either, as long as the majority of the walls and floor is covered the insulation will work.



The job is pretty simple and the expense will soon pay for itself through savings. However if you do decide to endure in some DIY be sure you get the proper equipment, for example gloves and protective mask.



Keep your water tank snug:



If you insulate your hot water tank the water inside will of course keep warmer for longer, but it can also reduce the heat lost by a massive 75%. When purchasing a cylinder jacket make sure it is at least 75mm thick. These jackets cost less than ten pounds on average so it is a great investment.



Its been announced by the government that if every household in the United Kingdom where to get the appropriate jacket for their tank we would save a whopping one hundred million pounds as a nation a year.