Reducing home heat loss
Insulating your home to ensure that it maintains a constant temperature is central to making it more energy efficient. From straightforward changes, such as draught proofing your windows and doors to major projects, such as insulating your walls, roof or floors, we’ve got tips and advice to help you.
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Looking for financial support for home energy efficiency measures?
Our overview provides you with information about what's available to support home energy efficiency measures in your area, from the Green Homes Grant scheme in England, to a multitude of measures available through Home Energy Scotland, support to install boilers for low income households in Wales and energy efficiency advice in Northern Ireland.
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Useful reading
Take a closer look at some of our insulation and renewable energy advice guides.
Roof and loft insulation
Start at the top - a quarter of heat is lost through the roof in an uninsulated home.
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Floor insulation
Underfloor insulation is central to keeping your home warm in winter and cool in summer.
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How much do you know about saving energy at home?
Challenge yourself in this quiz to find out whether you’re an energy super saver.
Smart meters explained: what you need to know
We answer some frequently asked questions about smart meters – from how much they cost to when you might get one.
How to save energy and carbon through energy efficient lighting
Energy efficient lighting helps lower electricity bills and carbon dioxide emissions, all without reducing the quality of light in our homes.