How To Enjoy A Warmer Home And Lower Bills

With winter on its way, its important to prepare your home for the chilly spell

. A few small changes will lock in the heat and keep out the cold, so take a look at these energy and money-saving tips:

Arrange a boiler service

Is your central heating system working properly? If youre not sure, its wise to arrange a boiler service with a company like HomeServe. A competent engineer will carry out a thorough gas safety check which includes an inspection of the settings, ventilation valves and safety devices and will ensure your device is working as economically as possible.

Upgrade your boiler

If a Gas Safe engineer tells you that your boilers on the brink of dying its worth buying a new one. According to the Energy Saving Trust which gives impartial, accurate and independent energy-saving advice replacing an old gas boiler with an A-rated, high-efficiency condensing boiler could reduce your bills and your carbon emissions. Youll have to pay to have it installed, but youre sure to reap the benefits.

Insulate your loft

Heat rises. Thats why its essential to insulate your loft, attic or flat roof with a quality insulating material. This will stop warm air from moving to a colder environment and will keep your house warmer for longer helping you to save money. Lost insulation can cost anything from 100-350 (depending on the amount of materials you need), but should last for forty years, meaning it will pay for itself again and again. If your loft or roof is in a bad state of repair, its a good idea to take out home insurance before winter and to make some repairs.

Wall insulation

Was your house built after 1920? If so, its probably got cavity walls (a wall made up of two walls with a gap in between). This means that hot air can easily escape, so wall insulation should prove useful. Insulating materials such as mineral wool, beads or granules or foam are blown into the gaps from outside and this makes your abode air tight. If you have solid walls, theres no gap in between. These can let a lot of heat escape, so you might want to research solid wall insulation.

Seal up draughts

Sealing up draughts is a great way to reduce your energy bills. It stops heat escaping through gaps in the doors and windows and will keep you nice and snug. Draught excluder letterboxes and key covers are ideal and you can even make your own door snake with some old tights and a bit of thread. A little DIY will make a big difference, so take action today and winter-proof your home.

Improving your home is easier than you might think and could save you a bob or two.

by: Robert Weir

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