Top 7 low Cost Measures

Top 7 Low Cost Measures

The biggest improvements in the energy efficiency of your home are achieved by making a little investment. Most will pay for themselves in only a few years. Here's our top 7:


  1. Cavity Wall Insulation
    the single greatest energy saving measure you can make. Save around £90 a year.
  2. Loft Insulation
    270mm thick mineral wool loft insulation. Save up to around £110 a year.
  3. Boiler
    replacing an old boiler with a new condensing boiler can cut your annual energy bill by around a third.
  4. Hot water tank
    add an insulation jacket.
  5. Replace old appliances
    modern appliances use less energy and can save up to £35 a year.
  6. Energy-saving light bulbs
    replace conventional bulbs with energy efficient light bulbs. Save around £40 a year.
  7. Install draught excluder
    draught strips fixed to badly fitting doors and windows can save £10 - £15 per year. Double glazing can reduce some bills by £40 per year.