29
Jul
New homes recommended for energy efficiency
Following reports that gas and electricity bills could rise by up
to 40 per cent this winter, homeowners may be looking for ways to
ensure their home is as energy efficient as possible.
Persimmon suggests that one way to do this is to invest in a new
build property.
It notes that new homes are proven to generate 60 per cent less CO2
emissions on average than older properties, which could save owners
over £500 a year on energy bills.
Claire Jarvis, sales manager for the company, comments: "Now more
than ever, the financial saving associated with a new home could
make a huge impact on homeowners' disposable income."
A £500 saving could enable them to reduce outgoings without
cutting back on luxuries, she adds.
For those who prefer older properties, there are a number of ways
to boost energy efficiency in existing homes.
Good loft and cavity wall insulation, double glazing and
draft-proofing can all help to reduce household gas and electricity
bills.
