Smart energy tips: ways to save energy at home

Yes, if you are worried about rising energy costs or being able to pay your energy bills, we have information on the support and help which may be available for you.
 
We also have a page on household appliances that use the most electricity.
 
Find out more about the support available from the government including energy saving ideas and tips on the GOV.UK website.

Energy saving tips for the home, courtesy of Nesta and Energy Saving Trust

It’s important that you use the energy you need to keep warm, safe and healthy at home. Please visit our trusted partners pages for more information on how to safely implement these tips within your home - Nesta and Energy Saving Trust.

Price and energy use of household appliances

The energy calculator below will show how the price cap could affect the cost of using everyday household appliances. Simply update the drop-down buttons with your estimated usage to see the costs. 
 
The calculator below will show a cost estimate for the current price cap (January-March 2026), and compare that to the previous price cap (October-December 2025), and the price cap before that (July-September 2025). So, you can see how your energy bills might have changed over time. 
 
Please note: The electricity used by domestic appliances can vary depending on make and model, so we’ve used average power ratings. We have also used the price cap figures for a standard variable rate, so this calculator doesn't take into consideration any fixed tariffs or additional costs.