Looking to improve your Properties Energy Rating? Here's some tips
1. Upgrade Insulation Loft Insulation: Ensure your loft has at least 270mm of insulation.
Cavity Wall Insulation: Fill cavity walls to prevent heat loss.
Floor Insulation: Insulate floors, especially if they are over unheated spaces.
2. Install Double Glazing Windows: Replace single-glazed windows with double or triple glazing.
Doors: Fit insulated doors to reduce heat loss and drafts.
3. Efficient Heating Systems Boiler Upgrade: Replace old boilers with modern, energy-efficient models.
Smart Thermostats: Install smart thermostats to better control heating.
4. Use Renewable Energy Solar Panels: Install solar panels to generate electricity.
Heat Pumps: Consider air or ground source heat pumps for heating and hot water.
5. Improve Lighting LED Bulbs: Replace incandescent bulbs with energy-efficient LED bulbs.
Lighting Controls: Use motion sensors and timers to reduce unnecessary lighting.
6. Energy-Efficient Appliances Appliance Upgrade: Choose appliances with high energy efficiency ratings.
Standby Mode: Avoid leaving appliances on standby; turn them off when not in use.
7. Draught Proofing Seal Gaps: Seal gaps around windows, doors, and chimneys to prevent drafts.
Letterboxes: Use draught excluders for letterboxes and keyholes.
8. Hot Water Efficiency Tank Insulation: Insulate hot water tanks and pipes.
Efficient Showers: Install energy-efficient shower heads to reduce water heating costs.