Cost of living: Experts share 8 tips to keep energy bills down while working from home

Experts have shared eight handy tips to help people who work from home keep their energy bills down amid the cost of living crisis. As energy prices continue to rocket, thousands of Brits who are still working remotely will be looking for alternative ways to heat their home and save money.

Analysis from price comparison site Uswitch shows that remote workers use 75% more gas per day over the winter months and 25% more electricity than those in the office five days a week. But Andy Kerr, founder of BOXT boilers, said: “While going into the office will help to save money on your energy bills, public transport costs have also risen this year, meaning if you choose to go into the office, you might actually not be saving any money, but rather spending more.

“Despite fuel prices also increasing, research byStartUps.co.uk has shown driving to the office (instead of working from home) will save UK commuters outside of London an average of £21.16 per month. If you are considering going into the office, while there is no law for a minimum or maximum working temperature, the guidance suggests a minimum of 16℃.

“If your working temperature isn’t comfortable, speak to your manager or your employer.” In the meantime, BOXT has revealed its top tips on keeping warm and saving money - including ways to reduce the amount of time the heating is on and how to check your boiler and radiators are performing as efficiently as possible.

How to keep energy bills down while working from home

Keep curtains and blinds open during the day

In winter, the days are shorter, but we can still use the natural light we have to heat our homes. Keep your blinds and curtains open to let the sun naturally heat up your home, then, once it gets dark, close them again. Your curtains or blinds will then act as a layer of insulation during the dark nights and keep your room warmer.

Draught proof your home