73% OF THE UK FEAR THE WINTER ENERGY HANGOVER BUT 1 IN 10 STILL LEAVE HEATING BLAZING ALL DAY IN EMPTY HOUSES.
With the price of energy on a rollercoaster and 76% of Brits claiming the cold snap has made them more aware of their usage, a staggering amount of people are still falling foul of bad habits that will send their bills through the roof. Confused.com can reveal: • 22% of pet owners leave central heating on in empty homes for their four legged friends. • 1 in 10 preheat empty homes all day to return to a warm house after work • 37% of homeowners will turn up the thermostat before considering reaching for a jumper • Despite fears for bills, only 1/3 considering switching tariffs as a solution