Hmm, its getting colder..

Having been telling everyone to get their loft insulation sorted before the autumn guess who forgot (can having a new baby be an excuse for everything?!).  So just checked out what grants/discounts are available.  Have you got adequate loft insulation?  10 inches is now the recommended depth and you can save up to £250/year on heating bills.   For information on grants/discounts for loft insulation, cavity wall insulation and other energy saving initiatives check out the Energy Saving Trust's website here.

Comments

[Mel]

Yes, and it would be a good idea to check that your boiler is working now. If there is a problem, you will have time to get a repair/ replacement before winter sets in. If you are replacing a boiler, you will have to get a condensing one now, due to Building Regulations, but you can now get AA rated ones, which are the most efficient, reducing your energy use and carbon emmissions. If you have enough storage space, you may consider a biomass (wood) fuelled boiler, but you do need to make sure that you have a supply of wood or pellets.