Energy saving advice

Energy saving advice

We understand that the cost of fuel means you may be looking at ways to reduce heating bills but we want you to do that safely.

If you are concerned about fire safety due to your own or someone else’s heating methods, please complete an online fire safety check or contact us to arrange a home fire safety visit.

See the links below for national and local organisations that can help with energy saving.

Advice and support

Citizen’s Advice Service

Information on grants and benefits to help you pay your energy bills. You can also call their helpline for advice Adviceline (England): 0800 144 8848

Ofgem’s directory

A range of schemes, grants and benefits which can help with home energy.

National Energy Action

The National Energy Action (NEA) has a comprehensive checklist on finding financial help available and practical steps you can take to help keep your home feeling warmer this winter.

Their energy efficiency guide is also helpful.

Local support

Contact your local fuel poverty organisation to find out if they can help you, the relevant organisations and geographical locations are listed.

Exeter, East Devon, Mid Devon, Teignbridge and Torbay

Exeter Community Energy ECOE

North Devon

361 Energy CIC

Plymouth

Plymouth Energy Community

Somerset

Centre for Sustainable Energy – Safe and Warm Somerset

South Hams

South Dartmoor Community Energy

West Devon

Tamar Energy Community


Source URL: https://www.dsfire.gov.uk/safety/home/energy-saving-advice

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