AXA Home Insurance - Greener living.
Insulation
- Wall cavity insulation - Up to a third of energy loss in an un-insulated home occurs through the walls; by filling the cavity walls with an insulating material you can repay your initial investment within 5 years.
- Loft insulation - a house without loft insulation can lose as much as 15% of its heat through the roof. By installing loft insulation you could save around £110 per year, and repay your outlay in 2 years.
- Double glazing - if you don't already have double glazed windows, it could reduce the heat lost through your windows by up to 50%.
- Draft proofing - 20% of heat loss in a standard home occurs due to poor ventilation and drafts. Draft proofing can be easily done yourself using adhesive sealants from the local DIY store.
The Energy Savings Trust
The Energy Savings Trust website provides lots of useful information and further tips on how to improve your home's energy efficiency.