Improving energy efficiency in your home

Keep your heat in

  • Close your curtains at dusk. This stops heat escaping through the windows.
  • Fit draught-proofing to seal any gaps around windows and doors to stop heat escaping.
  • If your home has cavity walls, insulate them to reduce heat loss.
  • Make sure you have at least 10 inches (270mm) of loft insulation.
  • Cover up openings in your doors to stop heat from escaping.
  • Install an insulating jacket on your hot water cylinder to keep your water hotter, for longer.