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Energy Saving Information
Energy saving is not only good for the environment is also a great way to save money, especially
against a background of rapidly rising electricty, gas and oil prices!
We will be introducing energy saving products in the future, currently we are evaluating a number of products and systems.
While we do that, there are a few important tips and advice available on how you can make a difference and get greener:
Insulation
- Make sure your loft insulation is at least 270mm deep.
- For houses with cavity walls (generally those built in the 1920's and later) make sure you have cavity wall insulation.
- If you have solid walls consider adding insulation to the internal or external surfaces.
- If you don't have double glazing consider fitting windows with sealed units or introduce secondary glazing.
- Fit draft proofing.
- Consider introducing floor insulation.
- Don't forget to lag your hot water cylinder and any primary water pipes.
Heating
- Install a condensing boiler.
- Use heating controls to optimise room temperatures.
- Turn your heating thermostat down by at least 1 degree.
Electricity
- Buy only 'A Energy Rated' electrical appliances.
- Fit energy saving lightbulbs throughout your home.
- Always turn lights off when leaving a room or consider fitting movement sensors.
- Turn appliances off at the mains and avoid standby power.
- Wash your clothes at 30 degrees.
- Only boil as much water as you need in the kettle.
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