One in three unpaid carers are now spending “significantly” more than last year looking after loved ones, due to the rising cost of living. A poll of 1,000 people, who care for others non-professionally, found more than three-quarters (78 per cent) have spent more time this year ensuring the home of the person they provide care for is energy efficient.
They have spent over £400, on average, on things like changing the lightbulbs to LEDs (49 per cent), bleeding radiators (42 per cent), having the boiler serviced (35 per cent), and getting better quality curtains (36 per cent). Furthermore, one in three (34 per cent) said getting a smart meter helped them to better manage their loved one’s energy use and bills.
As winter approaches, 94 per cent of those who help out at someone’s home consider it essential that they get their home ready for the season.
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