Common heating mistake that could be ramping up your energy bills

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Are you guilty of randomly selecting a number on your thermostatic radiator valve, hoping it will do the trick? This common heating mistake could be costing you a significant amount of money, particularly if you're unsure what the numbers signify.

With ice and snow having battered parts of the UK in the past week, and despite predictions of milder temperatures, you may find yourself relying on your radiators more than usual.

You might even be tempted to crank up the dial in an attempt to warm your home. However, this could be a costly error. Jasmine Guerney, known for her DIY videos, home hacks and tips on TikTok, recently shared a guide on how to correctly use your radiator thermostat to "save you money on your energy bills".

In her video, she highlighted that an incorrectly set valve could be "costing you money and may not be heating your room effectively".