WARMER weather does not always mean you will be spending less on your energy bills. Households across Britain may be hoping for a drop in their monthly energy bill as warmer weather finally hits the UK. 1 Outdoor lights can brighten up your garden but they cost you in the long run Credit: Getty - Contributor But be vigilant of these pesky summer appliances that can push up your energy bill without you even realising.
To save dosh, households should be aware of these devices which aim to keep you cool but could be adding a whopping £395 to your bill. These energy guzzling "sunshine zapping" appliances eat away at your electricity when they are left on for too long. It should be said that how much you spend will depend on how long you leave your device on for and what model you have.
Consumer expert Martyn James, described these household items as “sunshine zapping appliances”. “My tip to cut down on using these sunshine zapping appliances over the summer is to precook most of your food in the oven beforehand and then just finish it off on the BBQ. “There is also loads of guidance online to work out how much energy you're using if you have a smart metre," he told The Sun.
Another tip the consumer expert gave is using an old fashioned kitchen timer. Most read in Money HOMELESS CRISIS Gers scramble to find temporary stadium with Ibrox NOT available in August 'NO IDEA' Scotland v Swiss slammed as an 'embarrassment' by Argentina World Cup hero 'GOOSEBUMPS' Fans left stunne.
