Goodbye summer, hello autumn
Autumn is upon us and we are turning off fans and air conditioners and turning on the heating. Many are worried about the cost of bills constantly growing, which is why we are already thinking about alternative solutions to spend the winter without spending too much money on bills. There are many tricks you can try to save on gas costs, little tricks that will help you have a warmer and less expensive winter.
Choose high-efficiency appliances
Choosing a class A appliance is undoubtedly the first thing to do to save money. Hoover offers a range of devices of the highest quality and best efficiency in energy class A, reducing consumption and helping to save money, energy and time while respecting the environment. Hoover Class A washing machines for example reduce consumption by at least 51% compared to class G appliances. They use less water and energy, making them efficient from an energy point of view.
Choose a condensing boiler
A condensing boiler is an excellent solution to lower costs. This boiler is a technological device that can lead to a gas saving of about 30%. In addition, the condensing boiler is also good for the environment because the temperature of the expelled fumes is lower than traditional ones.
Replace old fixtures to eliminate drafts
The type of windows and doors we have in the house can really make a difference. To make the home warmer and lose less heat, the ideal would be to choose fixtures that guarantee thermal insulation. If, on the other hand, it is not possible for you to meet this expense, it is helpful to use draft excluders on doors and windows.
Cooking tips
There are many ways to save a little on gas even when cooking. The first is to cook with a basket steamer which allows you to prepare multiple foods using a single stove. With this type of cooking the flame can be kept lower and, towards the end of cooking, it can even be turned off because the steam will take care of it to finish the process. It may sound strange, but another way to save on your gas bill is by cooking with the burners off. When you want to prepare pasta, for example, bring the water to a boil, add the pasta, cover the pot with a lid and turn off the heat, continuing to cook according to the times indicated.
Heat pumps
Heat pumps are another advantageous solution. They are a system that extracts heat from a natural source such as air, water, or soil, and transports it into the home, returning it in the form of heating through an exchanger. The energy efficiency of these devices allows for considerable savings. In fact, it can guarantee us energy savings ranging from 40% to 70%. Before installing heat pumps, however, it is necessary to inquire with professionals in the sector and make sure that your home is suitable.
