HOW WE CAN HELP

The Home Heat Helpline closed on 30th June 2016, however we are still committed to helping you to improve your home energy efficiency.

How To Improve Home Energy Efficiency

We should all be doing our part to conserve energy, and the easiest way to do that is to make our homes more energy-efficient.

You should want to be a big fan of home improvements. They’re not only an investment in your property, but they can also help you save money. For example, if your home needs insulation, you can reduce your energy bills by up to 15%. If you’re building a new home, you can choose a more energy efficient style.

Some people think that home improvements are a waste of money, but this couldn’t be further from the truth. There are a number of ways to create home improvements that are actually beneficial to the environment and your wallet. For example, you can install solar panels to generate your own electricity. This will actually help to lower your monthly expenses.

Switch Energy Provider

It certainly pays to shop around and compare suppliers and deals across the market so that you can take control of your energy bill, to secure a competitive fixed rate contract.

Roof, Loft, And Wall Insulation

Over 25% of heat can be lost in a poorly insulated property. When you have the correct insulation installed this will pay for itself over and over again in its 40 year lifetime.

A sign of a poorly insulated roof can be seen in very cold seasons when property roofs carry frost or snow. Look for roofs that show little or no sign indicates that heat is leaking up into the roof to melt the settling frost or snow.

Lighting

With better choices, a home can still use the same amount of light for a lot less money. Upgrading light fittings can make a big difference to bills over time.

Boiler

A boiler will never work as efficiently as a brand new one, however, there are some things that you can do to ensure they are optimised to run at peak performance.

Windows

Double glazing is the best choice when it comes to energy efficient windows. There are ways to improve existing windows that can help to reduce heat loss and reduce energy bills.

Solar Energy

In most cases solar panels provide good energy efficiency, however before getting solar panels for your home, it is important to understand what you’ll spend and save as a result.

Home Energy Grants and Funding

Fore more ways to improve home energy efficiency, there is help available to reduce energy bills with grants and funding. This can help to cover things from insulating lofts and cavity walls to upgrading your boiler. You can also check out our top tips for energy advice.