Making your home more energy-efficient will not only help you reduce those all-important bills but also the environmental impact will be less. Upgrading can also increase the value of your home, which is beneficial when you come to sell.
Look at improving your home insulation
Good insulation is essential for maintaining a comfortable indoor temperature in your home, reducing heat loss or gain. You can take steps to insulate your walls, attic and floors to stop heat from escaping during the winter and entering during the summer. Adding insulation can help reduce the need for heating during the winter.
Choose energy-efficient appliances
Replace old appliances with energy-efficient models. Energy-efficient appliances, such as refrigerators, washing machines and dishwashers, use less energy to operate, leading to lower energy bills over time.
You could have an air source heat pump installed, which is a great energy-efficient measure for your home. This heating and cooling system extracts heat from outside and transfers it inside, or vice versa, depending on whether it is being used to heat the home or cool it down. If you would like to find out more about air source heat pumps Cheltenham, local companies such as GSM will be happy to advise.
Switch to better energy-efficient lighting
Install energy-efficient lighting options, such as LED bulbs. This can significantly reduce energy consumption and household lighting costs. LED bulbs use less energy, last longer, and produce less heat than traditional bulbs. Always look at ways of upgrading and saving money.
According to the BBC, a £13m scheme is set to improve the energy efficiency of around 350 of the oldest council houses in Leeds.
Upgrade your windows and doors
Install energy-efficient windows and doors. Correctly installed and sealed windows and doors can improve comfort in all the rooms in your home, whether double- or triple-glazed. This is a smart investment that can increase the value of your property when you come to put it on the market.
A comprehensive home energy audit can help you prioritise possible energy-saving upgrades.