So in order to save you all money and also to do our bit for the earth we have provided a number of simple easy steps which if followed can increase your Energy efficiency and save you money:
"ON AVERAGE MOST STUDENTS PUT AWAY APPROX £10 A WEEK TO COVER ALL BILLS"	"We recommend that before you all move in as a group that you set up a joint bank account ! this way you can all save a little each week so that the cost doesn't creep up on you." Always think about Utility costs before you move in. If possible ask the present tenants about their approx monthly utility bills, ask the landlord if the property has been energy improved, ask to see the EPC (Energy Performance Certificate). By law before a lettings agent can show you the property he has to have an EPC carried out to conform to British regulations. HINTS & TIPS •If buying/hiring a washing machine/fridge or  a freezer, choose one that is energy efficient. If you have off-peak (economy 7) electricity, do your washing at night.  •If you have a room thermostat reduce it by 1 deg Celsius. Only pay for the heat you need, turn off radiators in rooms not in use. when you go out turn down thermostat valves on your radiators if you have any.    •Turn off the lights in unoccupied rooms. if possible get low energy light bulbs, on average uses five times less electricity and lasts up to eight times longer. •Damp rooms are harder to heat, try to open the window first thing in the morning to let moist air out. do not forget to close it when you leave. •Wait until you have a full load of washing, use the half load or economy button on the washing machine. •Take a shower instead of a bath & don't fill up the kettle too much.
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