Energy Efficiency, Green Homes For 2020

How To Improve My Homes Energy Efficiency?

With the green homes scheme just around the corner, many people are asking how energy efficient is my home. However, many households are not eligible for the scheme, but if you are ready to take the step towards a greener home, there are a few places to start looking. Furthermore, not all selections will cost you an arm and a leg. Some are notably cost-effective and are straightforward to fit yourself. Therefore, if you are ready to change to a green home and improve your energy efficiency, carry on reading. 

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What Energy-Efficient Options Are Available?

There are many options when it comes to creating green homes. Some of these options are more cost-effective than others. Have a look through our list of energy efficiency factors to see how many alterations you may need to make. If you are unsure about how your house ranks, we have a team on hand to help answer any questions that you may have.

Roof Insulation

Roof insulation is one of the most cost-effective options to improve your green homes energy efficiency. The roof is one of the biggest causes of heat loss, and for a relatively low cost, it could save you hundreds of pounds. Insulating your roof is the best place to start, and if you feel confident, you can install roof insulation yourself.

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Wall Insulation

Wall insulation requires a bit more expertise and tends to come with a higher cost. Furthermore, it depends on the amount of cavity insulation, as to how much it will cost. However, wall insulation can make a big difference, and like roof insulation, you will be able to see the saving each year.

Boilers

People don’t tend to think of this when it comes to the energy efficiency of a home. However, a modern boiler heats water more efficiently. That means that more energy goes into the heating of your home rather than the running of the appliance. If you are considering a gas boiler, a low carbon heating option may be a better option for your green homes. 

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Air Source Heat Pumps

Air source heat pumps are a modern way of heating the home. These systems absorb heat from the outside air and transfer that to water. Plus, these air source heat pumps can integrate with your existing wet heat system. Therefore, making them an extremely efficient option when working at lower temperatures than a standard boiler.

Double Glazing Or Triple Glazing

If you only have single glazing, double glazing can considerably improve the energy efficiency of your green homes. They are an excellent choice to keep the warmth in throughout winter. Also, they can effectively manage the hot weather during the summer months. Therefore, the cost of heating will be less, making double glazing one of the best choices for you.

Here at St Helens Windows, we offer A-rated double glazing. We have a range of styles and colours to suit almost any home, making us one of the most reliable choices for you. Click here to see our range of double glazing.

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Energy Efficient Doors

Most doors nowadays tend to be energy efficient. However, if your door is pre-2002, you may need to update it to ensure you are getting the best quality energy efficiency. We have a range of uPVC and composite doors for your home. Furthermore, our composite doors come in a variety of styles and colours, making them one of the most stylish doors available. To see our full range of composite and uPVC doors, click here.

Finally, although not everyone will benefit from the governments’ green homes scheme, it does not mean that you can’t make your home more energy efficient using these simple ideas. We understand that some of these home improvements can cost a considerable amount of money, but they can help save on your energy bills year on year. 

If you want to find out about how we can make your home energy efficient, call our team on 01744 611203. Our team are happy to answer any questions that you may have. 

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