Must-Do’s To Bring Your Energy Bill down
If you’re looking to cut down your energy bill, one of the biggest factors is heat loss in your home. Poor insulation leads to higher heating costs, making your boiler work harder and wasting energy. Here are the key areas where your home is likely losing heat – and how to fix them.
1. Floors – A Hidden Source of Heat Loss
In many older properties, floors have no insulation, meaning cold outside air is venting straight into your living room and kitchen. This makes your heating work overtime to compensate for the lost warmth.
Solution: Insulate underfloor spaces with rigid insulation boards or spray foam. Even a simple thick underlay and carpets can make a difference.
2. Loft Insulation – Stop Heat Escaping from Above
Did you know that up to 25% of a home’s heat loss comes from the loft? Most lofts in older properties don’t meet modern insulation standards, leading to massive heat waste.
Solution: Ensure your loft has at least 200mm of insulation to meet current regulations. If yours is below this, upgrading could save you hundreds per year on heating costs.
3. Walls – The Biggest Culprit of Heat Loss
Around 35% of heat loss comes through walls, especially if they’re uninsulated solid walls or older cavity walls with no insulation.
Solution:
• Cavity wall insulation can be injected into the gaps between walls to reduce heat loss significantly.
• Solid wall insulation (internal or external) can cut heat loss by up to 45%.
4. Windows & Doors – Drafty Areas Costing You Money
Single-glazed windows or old doors let warm air escape while pulling in the cold. Even tiny gaps cause noticeable heat loss. Think of windows as large, cold radiators in your room. These are a massive cause of heat loss
Solution:
• Upgrade to double or triple glazing to improve insulation.
• Seal gaps with weatherstripping or draft excluders for an instant improvement.
5. Radiator Efficiency – Maximise Heat Output
If your radiators are inefficient, they waste energy trying to heat your home.
Solution:
• Use radiator reflector panels behind them to push heat back into the room.
• Bleed radiators to remove trapped air and improve efficiency.
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You Need This to Save Money!
Every improvement above is an investment in lower energy bills. The better insulated your home, the less you spend on heating. Don’t throw money out the window—start insulating today!
Ready to Save Money? Let Us Help!
At Talisman Building, we specialize in insulation upgrades and energy-efficient solutions to keep your home warmer and your bills lower. Whether it’s underfloor insulation, loft upgrades, cavity wall insulation, or window upgrades, we have the expertise to make your home more energy-efficient and comfortable.
Don’t let heat (and money) escape from your home any longer! Get in touch with us today for a free home consultation —we’ll assess your property and recommend the best insulation solutions tailored to your needs.
Call us at 07518458740 or fill out our quick contact form below to start saving on your energy bills today!
