This One Simple Trick Could Slash Your Heating Bill While You’re On Holiday

With many Brits planning getaways, leaving the heating on while away could be quietly draining your wallet. Energy experts at Fischer Future Heat reveal how small adjustments can save households up to £200 on heating bills while they’re on holiday, without returning to a freezing home.

The Hidden Cost of Heating an Empty Home

Many homeowners leave their heating on unnecessarily while away, either out of habit or fear of returning to a cold house. However, keeping your heating running at normal levels while you're on holiday could add up to £10 per day to your energy bill.

"People don’t realise how much energy is wasted heating an empty home," says Keith Bastian, founder of Fischer Future Heat. "With just a few small changes, you can reduce unnecessary costs without sacrificing comfort when you return."

How to Cut Your Heating Costs While You’re Away

1. Adjust Your Thermostat Before You Leave

Lowering your thermostat to between 12-15°C when you’re away can cut heating costs by up to 50%, keeping pipes from freezing while avoiding unnecessary energy waste.

2. Use a Smart Heating System

Installing a smart thermostat or programmable radiator can ensure your home is only heated before you return, avoiding days of wasted energy while you're away.

3. Draught-Proof Your Home

Seal gaps around doors and windows before leaving. This prevents heat escaping, reducing the need for the heating to switch on unnecessarily.

4. Keep Curtains and Blinds Closed

Closing curtains and blinds helps insulate your home, trapping heat in and cutting down energy loss while you’re away.

5. Set Your Boiler to Holiday Mode

Many modern boilers have a ‘holiday mode’ that maintains low, energy-efficient temperatures, helping you save without the risk of frozen pipes.

"Saving money on heating doesn’t have to mean coming home to an ice-cold house. By making simple adjustments, you can enjoy your holiday stress-free, knowing your energy bills aren’t racking up," adds Bastian.