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Energy efficiency
South Tyneside Homes tenants can benefit by having cavity wall and loft insulation work carried out free of charge.
Up to 35% of the heat produced in your home is lost through your walls and 25% through the roof if they are not insulated.
By insulating your home with cavity wall and loft insulation to a depth of 270mm you can reduce your fuel bills and save on average around £130 - £160 per year.
For more information contact Graham Adams, the Energy Efficiency Officer, on 0191 4268321.
Although UK energy prices are rising, you could actually save money by using energy more efficiently throughout your home.
Simple changes to your daily habits can have a huge effect on the gas and electricity bills that drop through your door.
Energy efficiency tips
- 18 – 21 degree C is the ideal temperature for the living room
- Reducing your room temperature by 1 degree C could cut your heating bills by 10% and save you around £40 per year
- Use low energy light bulbs – they last up to 10 times as long and could save you £100 over the lifetime of the bulb
- Don’t leave TV’s and videos on standby
- Close curtains at dusk to keep heat in
- Only fill the kettle with the amount of water that is needed
- Don’t leave taps running and report dripping taps
- Always put a full load in the washing machine and use the lowest temperature setting needed
- Ask about the 'energy rating' when buying new appliances
For more information and advice call Energy Savings Trust Advice Centre Freephone 0800 512 012
Energy awareness event
- Wednesday 30 January 2008 at Primrose Community Association
- Drop in to see us any time between 10am-5pm
- Free Giveaways, prizes, quizzes, presentations, workshops, guest speakers, demonstration stands and displays.
Download the energy awareness promotional poster.
