With energy bills having skyrocketed over the last few years, how can you save a few pennies? Well, it’s thought that you could save up to £196 by implementing a few small changes. 1. Dirty tumble dryer vents could cost you £30 a year Cleaning the vents can make your machine run more efficiently, meaning it will dry your clothes quicker, and also cost you less in the long run. 2. Ignoring draughts might set you back £35 a year Leaving your heating on to make up for heat loss can be costly, so plugging up draughts could end up saving you a bit of cash. 3. Leaving the lights on might cost you £83 a year Wasting electricity can always set you back, so just remembering to switch off can see you save a fair bit. 4. Overfilling your kettle could cost £17 a year Boiling a full kettle for one cup of tea can waste money, so it’s a matter of being cautious when filling it up. 5. Not descaling your appliances could cost £31 a year Limescale deposits in your washer, dishwasher, your shower, and the build up can see appliances run 10% less efficiently.