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Top Tips

How do I save energy in my home?

Here are ten top tips. More can be found in the following pages.

1. Improve your insulation
2. Improve your heating system or turn it down
3. Use less water
4. Change your energy supplier
5. Draught proof your windows
6. Switch to low energy light bulbs
7. Use energy efficient appliances
8. Reduce condensation and damp
9. Install renewable energy
10. Sign the Oxford Citizen's Climate Change Pledge

Please remember when making any changes to your home to always consider Building Regulations.

Guidance on the regulations that might affect you can be found on the Building Regulations page.



Insulation

Insulating your home can save you money on your fuel bills.

Heating systems

There are many different types of heating systems available.

Water efficiency

Tips for the management of water that will protect the long-term future of the environment while encouraging sustainable development.

Fuel Bills and Tariffs

Changing fuel supplier can mean lower fuel bills.

Windows

Ensuring your windows efficiently conserve heat in your house will save you money.

Lighting

Lighting in homes can account for 10-15% of the electricity bill. Low energy bulbs can last far longer than ordinary ones.

Appliances

Find out how you can save money and energy by using energy efficient domestic appliances.

Ventilation, Damp and Condensation

summary of related issues associated with improving the insulation properties of a dwelling

Renewable energy

There are grants available through the Clear Skies Initiative and Energy Saving Trust to help fund renewable energy installations.

Building regulations

Building Regulations deal with the minimum standards required for buildings.



Page last reviewed 11 Jul 2008





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