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General, Money Saving · July 21, 2022

4 Home Improvements That Can Cut Down On Energy Costs 

Energy costs are shooting through the roof. For a wide range of reasons, natural gas and the costs of energy production are forcing consumers across the UK to find more ways to cut costs. 

Here are four home improvements that will put a big dent in your energy bills and add some value to your home. Over time they can pay for themselves by saving you money every month. 

Switch To An Electric Boiler 

The price of natural gas is surging, and this is the primary source of home heating fuel for most UK households. To plan for the future, and start making energy savings now, consider switching to an electrically powered hot water boiler. 

These some with lots of benefits, including energy savings. They are smaller and quieter, often making them more suitable for smaller homes and flats, and they are safer too. Bbright can help you find out about switching to an electric boiler, and all the advantages one can offer you. 

Double-Glaze Your Windows 

If you have not done this already, you should start planning this home improvement soon. Double-glazed windows are great at keeping the heat in your home, as well as helping to keep it cool in the summer. 

You will see a huge reduction in your home heating bill after you get them installed, and you will spend less money on energy to power fans and cooling systems when the temperature is high. There are often government-backed schemes available to help you reduce the cost of installation, making them a value for money upgrade to any home. 

Get Your Home Insulated 

Huge amounts of money are wasted every year by homeowners who are paying to heat their homes without having modern insulation. Money may simply be evaporating as lost heat from your roof if you have not upgraded your loft insulation or filled your cavity walls. 

This is another upgrade that provides great value for money thanks to government schemes. You can have your home assessed and insulated for very little expense, and begin to reap the rewards of lower energy costs instantly. Home insulation helps warm you in winter and cool you in summer, giving you year-round savings. 

Add Solar Panels To Your Roof 

This home improvement can be costly, and though in time it will pay for itself it may take several years. If you want to see huge reductions in your energy bills, however, this is the best upgrade you can make. 

To make this home improvement more cost-effective, make the change while updating your entire roof. The costs involved make more sense by making your investment in this way, and your new roof design can incorporate the panels and their supporting hardware.  

The equipment and labour your need for both jobs are pretty much the same so, you can make a helpful two-for-one saving on two of the most expensive elements of these upgrades. 

Make as many of these home improvements as you can to save on your regular energy costs. The bills are only rising, and do not look likely to fall. Try a couple of these energy-saving ideas to slash your regular bills. 

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