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Angela Patrone & Lucy Farrell

Energy expert warns of radiator habit for slashing bills that may 'cost more'

As the cost of living crisis rages on, households are looking for anyway to keep costs down, especially when it comes to energy use.

The cost of electricity and gas has risen significantly in the last year, but the recent cold snap has made limiting heating use even more difficult. There are a number of tips out there that claim to keep costs down and one includes turning off unused radiators.

But according to one heating expert, doing this mat actually "cost you more" in the long run. Ben Price, founder of boiler company Heatable is warning households with certain heating systems to “stop turning off unused radiators” as they may have to work harder and use more energy.

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