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"Some more ways to save energy and make significant savings. Meeting the challenges of climate change is easier than you think"

 

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Install Loft Insulation
An amazing saving - if you install insulation of 270mm thick you could save up to a whopping £110 a year and reduce heat loss by about 15%DIY costs to install are about £250.
 
 

 
 

 

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Install Cavity Wall Insulation
You could stop about 15% of your heat being lost through your walls and save around £90. Costs approx £500 for insulation.
 
 
 

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Double Glazing
Heat loss through windows can be cut by half and save you up to £100. If you are on a tight budget secondary glazing will still save you money and cut heat loss.
 
 
 

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Insulate Tanks and Pipes
An 8mm hot water cylinder jacket will save you £20 a year and only cost £10. Insulating hot water pipes costs about £10 and will save you that every year.
 
 

  

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Floor Insulation
Plug any gaps in your floorboards and skirting boards with silicone sealant. Will save you about £15 a year. Under floor insulation will you £40 a year but first take some professional advice before you undertake this.
 
 

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Draught Proofing
Reduce the cold air entering your home by plugging any gaps with newspaper, sealants, rubber, plastics. Could save £20 off your heating bills.
 
 

Reduce your carbon footprint, tackle climate change and save loads of money
Loft Insulation Cavity Wall  Insulate Tanks & Pipes
Double Glazing Insulate Floors Install Draught Proofing