Heading towards the cold winter months for some can be seen as a time for celebration and happiness. For 8 million UK households however, it’s a far more challenging season as they spend more than 10% of their income on energy.
With so many feeling the crunch, why are only 33% of homes considering retrofitting?
When asked 2 in 5 households are reluctant on the basis, they just don’t have enough knowledge on the subject. Yet 49% of UK residents understand that retrofitting is crucial in hitting UK net zero targets. In this article let’s address some of the misconceptions on Retrofitting and provide some of the information you need.
What is retrofitting?
Older homes traditionally consume vastly more energy than their modern counterparts. Retrofitting involves installing renewable technologies with contemporary energy saving ratings into older buildings, improving the energy efficiency rating of your home. Here at Westdale Midlands we offer a whole home retrofitting solution – which involves installation services of EWI (External Wall Installation), renewable solutions, doors and windows and roofing solutions.
What are the benefits?
Retrofitting can lead to reduced carbon emissions from the home but can also substantially reduce energy costs. A full retrofit with our whole home solution could typically reduce energy consumption by 60-80% saving residents thousands in utility bills. Not only that, but it’s also been shown to significantly improve mental wellbeing, with less worry on how your residents can heat your home, they’ll have the piece of mind to invest more time on things that matter.
What solution is right for your residents?
Theres a lot of jargon out there, but we’re on hand to help break it down. You can find a breakdown of our services here or get in touch and talk to us for bespoke advice.
How can I be confident of the work standards?
Westdale Midlands are a PAS 2035 and Trustmark accredited company. What does that mean? Well, it basically means we are equipped for the job, but don’t take our word for it check out our testimonials and case studies here to see the high standards we achieve.
