Between volatile prices, devices running on mute, and “default” habits, there is often underutilized room for optimization. The following method combines express diagnosis, simple settings et programming to reduce your energy consumption and lower your electricity bills and gas—without heavy work or daily sacrifices. And if you want to centralize your procedures (choice of offer, reading grids, useful adjustments), rely on dedicated support with a energy brokerIn the meantime, here are some steps to help you save on your gas and electricity bills.

1) Start with a mini-diagnosis (15 minutes)

• Electricity : take a look at your indexes (or Linky history), identify the peaks (evening, weekend), list the electrical appliances en veille here consume unnecessarily.
• Gas : note the heating ranges, check the condition of the radiators (purging, balancing) and the behavior of the boiler (frequent starts/stops = adjustment to be reviewed).
• Hot water : locate the part linked to the hot water tank or boiler (showers, dishes). A simple adjustment of schedules can change the situation.

2) Electricity: 3 adjustments that pay off immediately

1. Base vs Peak Hours/Off-Peak Hours : If your shiftable uses (water heater, washing machine, dishwasher) can last overnight, the HC option may become interesting. Otherwise, stay in Base and focus on the rest.
2. Subscribed power: If you never have a disconnection when combining cooking + washing, a lower level may be sufficient and reduce the subscription.
3. Standby & power strips: install a strip à light switch on the TV/box/console/chargers for switch off with a gesture. The standby devices weigh on the power consumption annual.

3) Gas & heating: stable comfort, controlled consumption

• Thermostats & programmers : create “presence / sleep / absence” ranges. A thermostat properly adjusted prevents overheating and unnecessary restarts.
• Radiators: purge at the start of the season, adjust the thermostatic heads room by room (living room ≠ bedrooms). A warm radiator at the top and hot at the bottom = circulation to be optimized.
• Boiler (gas or oil): up-to-date maintenance, reasonable starting temperature, circulation quiet. On condensing models, “cooler” returns promote efficiency.

4) Domestic hot water: small adjustments, big effect

• Hot water tank: Schedule water heating at convenient times (and, if possible, during off-peak hours). Avoid permanent overheating.
• Shower vs. Bath: an economical shower head + reasonable duration = energy and water consumption falling.
• Piping: insulate long unheated sections to limit losses along the route.

5) Cold, cooking, washing: precision makes the difference

• Refrigerator & freezer: avoid it frosted, let the rear breathe, check the joints, charge without overloading.
• Cuisson: lids and end of cooking cut in advance; favor theinduction when it's possible.
• Washing & drying: cycles eco andlow temperature”, well-loaded machine, dryer limited. Air drying when possible remains unbeatable.
• Lighting : replace them bulbs by LED bulbs efficient and think turn off the light on the way out.

6) Mini-renovations at minimal cost (quick, reversible)

• “Invisible” losses: door seals, joints of windows, curtains thick, well-placed ventilation flaps → comfort + more regular heating.
• Calibration of uses: group together the “background noise” (printing, reloading, cooking) when the housing is already at temperature.
• Energy label: during a renewal ofhome appliance, aim for models thrifty (efficient class) — this is consumption avoided for years.

7) 30-60-90 day plan (to anchor gains)

D+30: rapid gains

• Measurement of consumption (electric/gas) and identification of peaks.
• Power strips with switches installed, low consumption bulbs generalized.
• Basic programming of heating and hot water tank.

D+60: controlled comfort

• Balancing/bleeding of radiators, consistent instructions per room.
• Schedule laundry/washing during off-peak hours if you have the option.
• Small seals (doors/windows) completed.

D+90: fine optimization

• Check Base vs HP/HC on your actual numbers (and stick with the best choice).
• Adjustment of electrical power if margin observed.
• Monthly consumption monitoring (€ and kWh/m³) to stay on track.

To go even further, visit the forum energy saving advice.