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British Gas issues fresh warning to all UK households as houses begin to freeze

This year, British Gas urged homeowners to act now to ensure their heating systems are ready as households waited longer than ever to turn up thermostats.
After an unseasonably warm opening to the season, many homes delayed using heating, but Peter Knowles, British Gas service and repair engineer, said households across the UK are now switching boilers back on.
Set thermostats between 18°C and 21°C for comfort and cost-effectiveness; reducing one degree could trim around 10% off heating costs and scheduling heating 15 minutes before waking and off half an hour before bed saves energy.
Check if you qualify for energy support before the cold truly sets in, as many energy providers run assistance funds and regular boiler maintenance prevents breakdowns this year.
Embrace smart thermostats to control heating and monitor spending, and lower temperatures in unused rooms at night to cut wasted energy.

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