Insulation

  • if you have a loft space, then 270mm of insulation is the recommended depth to stop heat being lost through the roof space
  • insulating your hot water tank will also help keep your water hot for longer and reduce heating costs, as will insulating hot water pipes
  • insulating the floor of the ground floor and any floors over unheated rooms / spaces (like the room above the garage).

This can be expensive and may need a contractor but there are some quick easy wins:

  • seal the gaps around your skirting boards and floorboards to reduce draughts
  • rugs and carpets make your feet feel warmer.