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In order to keep your home running at the temperature you want, and using it only when you require, you will need a way of controlling your heating system. Building Regulations require that when you replace your boiler you ensure the system controls are checked to guarantee they meet certain standards of energy efficiency.

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Loft Insulation

Insulation

Half the heat in a typical home escapes through the walls and the roof. Insulation in your home helps you save energy, produce less CO2 and reduce your impact on the environment.

Loft insulation

There's no fuss or hassle and our expert installers will only take a few hours. We can normally work around what you have in your loft and we'll even clean up afterwards.

  • 270mm recommended thickness
  • Effective for at least 40 years

Cavity Wall insulation

Having cavity wall insulation installed could save money on your heating bills. It's all done from the outside of your home so there's no need to redecorate -and it only takes a few hours to install.

  • 25 year guarantee (CIGA, Cavity Insulation Guarantee Agency)

Property requirements
  • Masonry/brickwork is in good condition
  • Cavity is at least 50mm wide

Grants are available to help pay for loft and cavity wall insulation

Notes

*Energy Savings Trust, 07/09. Based on a gas-heated, 3 bed semi-detached property with no existing loft insulation and average levels of existing cavity wall insulation. Consumption based on industry average consumption assessed by BERR (17,616 kWh gas, 3,3935 kWh electricity). Actual savings depend on type, age of home and individual circumstances. Not all homes are suitable for additional insulation. When updating existing insulation, savings will be reduced. Figures correct as of 07/09.

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Did you know Our Heating advisers can advise you on the controls and systems enhancements which are most suitable for your home.
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