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The cold weather is setting in, bills are rising, and heating seems like a luxury. But what if you could get through winter without breaking the bank? Discover practical ways to stay comfortable while saving money.
Why does heating weigh heavily on your budget?
Every winter, rising energy prices put many French households in difficulty. Bills are often unpredictable, especially when you live in poorly insulated accommodation. Heating represents a significant portion of expenses, and regularizations can significantly increase the budget. Faced with this financial pressure, some people adopt radical solutions. For example, Catherine Renton, a British woman, has chosen to live without heating for three years.
This approach may seem extreme, but it illustrates an urgent reality: finding viable alternatives to stay warm without blowing your budget.
The dangers of living without heating
Before completely abandoning heating, it is crucial to assess the risks. Turning off the heating completely is not recommended if:
- You are an elderly person (over 60 years old).
- You have health problems that are sensitive to cold (such as asthma or arthritis).
- You live with young children or in a damp home.
In these situations, it is best to maintain a minimum comfort temperature (around 19°C in the main rooms) to avoid medical complications or humidity problems in your home.
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