Purbeck District Council

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Keep The Heat In This Winter

With the current cold weather spell upon us Purbeck homeowners are being reminded that loft and wall insulation is the best way to keep the heat in and save up to £265 in fuel bills per year in the process.

 

Up to 25% of heat is lost through the roofs of houses and a further 35% is lost through the walls, resulting in the average household wasting up to £265 per year on fuel that has escaped from the home as a result of poor insulation.

 

In partnership with the Dorset Energy Advice Centre (DEAC),Purbeck District Council provides advice and information for people on home insulation and available grants.  

 

Insulating a roof and the cavity walls can half the amount of heat lost and the saving made on fuel bills over two years can pay for the cost of installation. Through DEAC all home owners or private tenants can get discounted insulation and for those people receiving benefits, insulation may be FREE.

 

Hannah Dike, the Energy Efficiency Officer at Purbeck District Council said: “With rising fuel bills and extreme weather conditions becoming a regular occurrence, improving the energy efficiency of your home through insulation is a practical and cost effective way of keeping the heat in. With a range of grants available to everyone, and free insulation for many people receiving benefits we would encourage residents to take advantage of the help and support available.”

 

Contact:

DEAC on 0800 975 0166

Energy Efficiency Officer 01929 557383.

Links:

DEAC (external link)

 


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