If you’re an Edinburgh tenant who’s worried about making ends meet this winter, follow our money saving household tips to make your cash go further:
• Keep draughts at bay by using draught excluders around doors and windows. Close inside doors and draw curtains at night
• Switch off appliances when they’re not being used, leaving them on standby wastes electricity
• Wash clothes on a cooler heat or even a cold wash if they’re not really dirty
• Only set the dishwasher when it is full. Either use a rinse cycle between washes or wash up small amounts by hand
• Turn the heating down by a degree – you won’t notice the difference, but it will save you money
• Defrost your freezer so it doesn’t have to work so hard to keep your food cold
• Buy energy saving lightbulbs, the initial investment will save you money in the long run
• Open the curtains during the day to let the sunlight in, you’ll benefit from some free warmth
• Keep your oven door clean so you can check on food without opening it, and cook with lids on saucepans to concentrate the heat
• Remove lint from the tumble dryer regularly so it runs efficiently
If you’re an Edinburgh tenant who’s struggling to make ends meet, get in touch with Clan Gordon for expert advice and information.
