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Energy SavingSimple steps for homeowners and tenants, plus fabric-first upgrades and funding routes for landlords and housing providers — from a contractor that delivers retrofit and electrical work every day.
Small changes that add up. None of these need a contractor — they're things you can do today.
Lowering room temperature by even 1°C reduces heating demand noticeably, with no loss of comfort for most households.
Seal gaps around doors, windows, letterboxes and floorboards. It's low-cost and one of the most effective quick wins.
LEDs use a fraction of the electricity of older bulbs and last far longer — an easy swap throughout the home.
Set timers, room thermostats and thermostatic radiator valves (TRVs) so you only heat the rooms you use, when you use them.
Appliances left on standby still draw power. Switching off at the socket trims wasted electricity over a year.
On many combi boilers, reducing the flow temperature improves efficiency while keeping the home comfortable.
The biggest, longest-lasting savings come from improving the building itself — keeping heat in before spending on new systems. A "fabric-first" approach tackles insulation and draughts first, then heating and ventilation.
We deliver these measures under the PAS 2030/2035 retrofit framework, with ventilation assessed alongside insulation so improvements don't create damp or condensation problems.
Pick your property type and the measures you're considering for an indicative idea of annual bill savings and carbon reduction.
Indicative only. Based on Energy Saving Trust typical figures for a gas-heated home, adjusted for property type. Actual savings depend on your property, energy prices and how the home is used.
Once the fabric is sound, efficient heating, lighting and electrics keep running costs down.
Programmable and smart thermostats, plus zoning, match heating to how each space is actually used.
A serviced, well-set heating system runs more efficiently and reliably — and lasts longer.
LED upgrades with sensors and timers in communal areas cut electricity use and maintenance.
An up-to-date installation (EICR-checked) runs safely and avoids energy wasted through faults.
Insulate the cylinder and pipework and set sensible temperatures to reduce standing heat losses.
Good, controlled ventilation manages moisture and air quality without throwing heat away.
Rented homes in England and Wales must currently meet a minimum of EPC E. The government has confirmed that most private rented properties will need to reach EPC C by 1 October 2030, subject to a cost cap (currently £10,000 per property).
A planned, fabric-first programme is the most reliable route to higher EPC bands. We provide retrofit assessment, design coordination and installation so a portfolio can be improved and evidenced under one accountable team.
Several schemes can fund energy-efficiency measures for eligible households and social housing. Eligibility and availability change, so it's worth checking current criteria.
The Energy Company Obligation supports insulation and heating measures for eligible households.
The Great British Insulation Scheme helps fund insulation for many homes.
Funding to decarbonise and improve social housing stock.
Council and regional retrofit programmes, often via framework partners.
Eligibility varies and schemes change over time — we can help you understand which routes may apply to your project.
For most homes, draught-proofing and insulation give the best long-term return, because they cut wasted heat permanently. Turning down the thermostat and using heating controls help straight away at no cost.
Insulation makes a home more airtight, so controlled ventilation is needed to manage moisture and indoor air quality. We assess ventilation before and after measures to avoid damp or condensation.
It depends on the scheme, your circumstances and the property. Criteria change regularly — tell us about your project and we'll point you to the routes most likely to apply.
The current minimum is EPC E. The government has confirmed most private rented homes will need to meet EPC C by 1 October 2030, subject to a cost cap. A planned retrofit programme is the surest way to get there.
Tell us about your property and we'll come back with practical, costed options.
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