Ensuring there are no openings or gaps around your doors and windows where ice-cold wind can enter while youre heating your room will save you a lot of money.
This is according to energy analyst Chris Yelland in an interview with Sowetan. He said sealing out ice-cold draughts is one of the keys to preventing your electricity bill from taking off.
This follows an announcement from weather service SAWS warning of severe cold weather this week. It issued a level eight warning for rain and possible flooding in provinces such as the Eastern Cape.