Looking after your home is an essential part of staying warm and well this winter.
Make your home more energy efficient
Taking small actions to keep warm and save money in your home is easier than you might think:
- you could save over £55 a year by turning your appliances off standby mode
- turning off your lights when you aren't using them will save around £20 a year on your annual energy bills
- close your curtains to keep the warmth in your home and speak to your neighbours if you are going to be away to help protect your home during this time
Find out more about improving the energy efficiency of your home this winter.
Get help with energy bills
If you're struggling to pay your energy bills, support is available to help you.
Winter Fuel Payment
If you were born on or before 22 September 1959 you could get between £100 and £300 to help you pay your heating bills. Learn more about the Winter Fuel Payment.
Cold Weather Payment
You may get a Cold Weather Payment if you’re getting certain benefits and if the average temperature in your local area is recorded as, or forecast to be, zero degrees Celsius or below over 7 consecutive days. Find out more about the Cold Weather Payment.
Warm Home Discount Scheme
You might be eligible for £150 off your electricity bill. This is a one-off discount paid to your supplier, not directly to you. Learn more about the Warm Home Discount Scheme.
Support Funds
Support Funds are to help you continue to live independently when you're facing difficulties, for example:
- in an emergency
- when there is an immediate threat to health or safety
- to help settle into new accommodation after a stay in hospital or temporary accommodation
More support
Visit our cost of living hub to find out more about help with energy bills.