We have all heard in the news lately about the economy and everybody has felt the pinch. Cutting costs seems to be the only way that businesses with commercial properties will survive as the bills soar but how can you achieve this? Saving money on your energy bills on your commercial property is a quick and easy way to cut your business costs.
As the winter draws in and the weather gets colder, it’s important to make sure your commercial premises are as energy efficient as possible. Here are six ways to make your business more energy efficient this winter:
- Get Your Boiler Serviced
A well-maintained boiler will run more efficiently, using less energy, and saving you money on your energy bills. Getting your boiler serviced could also ensure any potential problems are spotted before they get worse, saving you money with a quick easy fix.
- Install Insulation
Adding insulation to your walls and ceilings will help to keep heat in, making your premises more energy efficient. There are UK government grants available to certain businesses for the installation of this. You can check your eligibility here.
- Use Draught Excluders
This one may seem simple but can save you tons of money when it comes to stopping the heat escaping, particularly if your commercial premises has single glazing. Draught excluders around doors and windows will help to stop heat from escaping, making your business more energy efficient.
- Use Energy Efficient Light Bulbs
Every little helps and no matter how big or small your commercial premises are, installing energy efficient light bulbs will help you save money. Around 8% of energy costs for businesses comes from lighting. Energy efficient light bulbs use less energy than standard light bulbs, saving you money on your energy bills.
- Turn Off Lights and Electrical Equipment When Not in Use
Turning off lights and electrical equipment when not in use will save you money on your energy bills. That means all those computers, printers, scanners etc on standby should be turned off every night. To put this into perspective, a photocopier left on standby overnight can use up as much energy as it takes to make 30 cups of coffee!
- Get an Energy Audit
Getting an energy audit from a professional will help you to identify ways to make your business more energy efficient, saving you money on your energy bills.
If you want to start saving money on your commercial property, get in touch with our team here at GM Services. Our professional mechanics and engineers are trained to the highest standard and are here to help you and your business with your energy needs. From installing and servicing your boilers to auditing and advice, we can help you through the cold snap. You can contact us here with any query you may have.