There are many different ways to reduce your household's energy use, some of which are very straight forward.
Read our top tips on how to conserve energy in your home below:
Simply turning off lights or appliances when you do not need them can make an impact in reducing energy costs. For example, do you leave your television on standby when you go to bed or go out for the day? Leaving an appliance on standby will still use energy. According to TheGreenAge, if your television is 10 years or older, it can cost around £15 per year extra when left on standby.
Your home should already be fitted with energy saving light bulbs, however by getting into the habit of turning lights off when you leave a room, a family could save between £50 – £90 per year according to npower.
When heating your home, ensure that all radiators are clear of washing or furniture to allow the room to be warmed effectively. By reducing the temperature in your home by just 1°C, you could reduce your heating bill by up to £85 each year (according to npower). Please note, the recommended temperature is 18 -21°C, and 21°C for young children and older persons.
Have you explored your washing machine's settings? Many will have an eco option, low temp option or even a 'half load' option for small amounts of clothes. Washing clothes at 30 degrees rather than 40 degrees can be a third cheaper, meaning savings of up to £52 per year, according to MoneySuperMarket. Running a hot wash occasionally will help to keep the machine clean.
Not every home will be completely airtight, and draughts are common in older homes. Purchasing a draught excluder to help block these out can help keep heat in. These can be purchased from most value home stores.
If you have any top tips for saving energy in your home, let us know by sending us an email.
Warm and Safe Wiltshire offers all residents across the county free and impartial energy saving advice. Their advice line service is open 9am-5pm Monday-Friday.
Somerset residents can visit Somerset Energy Saver for advice and support on how to reduce energy bills and to find financial assistance with energy costs.
Visit the BANES Council website for energy saving quick wins.
If you can't find what you're looking for please contact us at info@selwoodhousing.com
#NationalPetMonth celebrates and raises awareness of responsible pet ownership and we’re here for it!
We recognise the benefits that responsible pet and animal ownership can bring, such as enhancing the owner's mental and physical health and encouraging exercise.
Pets will normally be allowed in all our properties with prior consent, except for flats with the following:
communal entrances.
shared areas or communal facilities (such as a lounge or laundry).
Customers are expected to act responsibly in relation to their pets and animals, and this includes adhering to their legal and welfare obligations
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Would you like to know how Selwood Housing prioritise upgrades for our homes? All housing associations must provide homes that meet the decent homes standard with requirements based on age, condition, and comfort. Selwood Housing has a long-term maintenance plan to manage and carry out required work to keep our homes in good condition.
We want your help in discussing how Selwood Housing prioritise their upgrades which includes the replacement of kitchens, bathrooms, boilers and re-roofing and how they communicate with you.
We would like to invite you to join us in one of our 2-hour workshops:
Date: Thursday 9 May 2024
Time: 2pm – 4pm
Date: Wednesday 15 May 2024
Time: 6pm – 8pm
Venue: Selwood Housing office, Bryer Ash Business Park, Trowbridge, BA14 8RT
To sign up for a workshop, please complete this short registration form: ecs.page.link/WKmvC
As a thank you for attending, you can choose to receive a gift, such as a shopping voucher.
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For over 30 years Group 5, a furniture recycling charity based in Trowbridge, has made a difference in the lives of families and individuals in need. They collect good-quality donated furniture and provide it free of charge to those struggling to afford it. We continue to support Group 5 with funding from our Stronger Communities Fund to assist with annual running costs, helping to ensure the charity can continue its valuable work supporting some of our most vulnerable families, alleviating poverty and raising living standards.
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