In part three of Ray Harrington-Vail’s Winter Warma tips he turns to electrical items. Ed
Replacing old inefficient electrical appliances is good way of saving money in the longer term.
A modern ‘A’ rated fridge/freezer will cost about £22 a year to run compared to over double that or one that is ten years old.
Be careful of how you dispose of it though.
Electric Blankets
Old electric blankets can be very dangerous and should be replaced after five years use.
Trading Standards offer free checks of these blankets and will be at the forthcoming Future Events at Riverside Centre next Wednesday and Shanklin Primary School on Friday 30th October.
(Check out our review of the Sleepwell luxury heated mattress cover)
The Fire Service will also be at both event promoting free testing of smoke detectors and home safety visits.
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