Now that the UK has started to cool down again after the summer, many homeowners are ready to switch on their heating systems ...

Radiators can struggle to heat a home if they are covered in dust, and it is important to clean them before the colder months ...

Using your heating and appliances more efficiently will make a big difference to your energy costs. Follow our 10 tips to use less and pay less, while making your home more comfortable. If you've not ...

Nearly every household in the UK has access to the electricity grid, though not all are connected to gas. For many homes that are off the gas grid, electric heating is their main source of heat.

Saving money and making greener choices are two goals many of us strive for. And investing in a heat pump can be a great way to do both. Heat pumps are low-carbon heating systems that take outdoor ...

3. Manage fuel smartly. Be sure to run tanks empty before storage. For winter equipment, use fresh fuel (most engines run on ...

Fine combing of wet hair is far more effective than pharmacy-bought chemical lotions for eliminating head lice, say researchers. People who used wet combing were four times more likely to rid ...

Fuel bills are a major point of contention for millions of Britons but particularly the elderly and less well-off during the winter months. Energy companies have come under fire over the years for ...

Oil-filled heaters use an electrical current within thermal oil, heating the oil and circulating it around the heater, a bit like water in a radiator. They are convection heaters, meaning that as the ...