8 tips to reduce your gas consumption

Learn how to efficiently reduce your gas consumption with these practical tips. They’ll help you use gas more intelligently, lowering your expenses and promoting a more eco-friendly and cost-effective lifestyle—without sacrificing comfort or convenience.

Lower your heating temperature

Keeping your home warm is essential, but there’s no need to turn your living room into a summer retreat. Setting your thermostat to around 20 degrees is usually enough for a comfortable daily environment.

For even greater energy savings, try to maintain a steady indoor climate. Setting your boiler to a maximum of 45 degrees improves the system’s energy efficiency and extends its lifespan.

Avoid setting the heat too high or turning it off when no one is home to help significantly reduce your energy bills. Additionally, maintaining a moderate temperature creates a healthier and more comfortable environment by preventing extreme heat.

Use smart thermostats

A smart thermostat can dramatically improve your home’s energy efficiency, cutting electricity consumption by 20% to 50% compared to a traditional thermostat. It does more than simply adjust the temperature—it also allows you to schedule heating for specific times. Nowadays, thanks to Wi-Fi connectivity, you can control your boiler from anywhere using your smartphone. This way, you can save energy by turning off the heating when you’re not at home and switching it back on when you’re on your way back.

Always set your tap to cold

It may seem like a minor detail, but it can make a big difference. Always leave your tap in the cold water position whenever you turn it off. If the handle stays on the hot water side, your boiler will switch on unnecessarily every time you turn on the tap, leading to extra energy costs on your electricity bill.

Insulate your home

Proper insulation for your walls, windows, and ceilings is key to keeping your home warm in winter and cool in summer. Moreover, adequate insulation prevents humidity issues and reduces wear and tear on heating systems.

This in turn results in a more comfortable living space and significant savings in your home consumption, as you’ll rely less on heating and air conditioning.

Heat only where you need it

A simple yet effective way to cut down on gas consumption and lower your monthly bill is to heat only the rooms you use daily. Close the radiator valves in spaces that aren’t used regularly to avoid wasting energy. If you have a smart thermostat, you can also set different temperatures for each room, ensuring efficient heating only where it’s needed.

Take showers instead of baths

A five-minute shower uses around 50 litres of water, while a 20-minute bath can consume up to 200 litres. That’s why opting for a short shower instead of filling the bathtub is a smarter choice— not just for conserving water, but also for reducing gas consumption. The less water you use, the less energy you’ll need to heat it. Your water heater will therefore run for a shorter time, helping you lower your gas consumption.

Make the most of the sun’s heat

In winter, letting sunlight stream through your windows can help naturally warm your home and create a more comfortable indoor climate. Keeping curtains and blinds open during the day allows the sun’s heat to raise indoor temperatures, reducing the need for artificial heating. In summer, we recommend using the opposite approach: keeping windows and blinds closed helps block out heat from the sun, minimising the need for air conditioning for long periods of time.

Turn off the gas when you’re away

If you’re going on vacation or leaving home for an extended period, shutting off your gas supply is a smart move. Not only does this help you save money and reduce unnecessary consumption, but it’s also an important safety precaution to prevent potential accidents.

Switch to Endesa and start saving

Now that you know these 8 tips, it’s time to put them into practice. By adopting these habits, you’ll not only optimise your gas consumption at home but also enjoy a more responsible and cost-effective lifestyle while helping protect the planet.

Here’s an additional tip from Endesa: our Gas Plan, which offers you an exclusive 10% to 30% discount on the variable term for one year.

But that’s not all: when you sign up for gas maintenance, we’ll reimburse you an annual fee in the form of points from our free loyalty programme, Para Ti.

You’ll also enjoy special benefits if you switch to digital billing, ensuring savings and peace of mind.

This plan is available exclusively for new customers, so switch to Endesa and start saving!