Despite the recent confusion around solar panels, solar hot water and insulation, many Victorians are beginning to understand the link between a home that has been retrofitted for energy efficiency and permanently reduced energy bills.
Instead of surrendering to a lifetime of increasingly high energy costs, households are choosing the one-time-investment route and treating themselves to a comfortable future, without having to pay the price.
So, how do they do it?
In Victoria, up to 34% of an average household’s energy consumption can be attributed to heating and cooling thermally inefficient homes. If your home has poor thermal efficiency it is not adequately protected from outside temperatures, nor is it able to hold a comfortable indoor temperature without costing you a fortune in energy bills.
The good news is that Victorian households are getting smarter and it’s becoming much more widely known that a thermally efficient home requires the minimal amount of heating and cooling energy to maintain comfort. That is, existing homes (that have been draught proofed, insulated and fitted with secondary glazing) are costing significantly less to keep warm and cosy, with no unnecessary energy wastage.
Best of all, given how much we used to spend on heating and cooling, the retrofit pays for itself over time, while the thermal comfort benefits last a lifetime. Do it once, enjoy it forever – now that’s smart.
It all begins by getting to know your home. Intimately.
To optimise the thermal efficiency of your home, all aspects must be considered collectively. With a holistic understanding of your home’s strength’s and weaknesses, you are empowered to make informed choices about where to invest most effectively. We’ve seen the best outcomes when people follow a prioritised plan, which ensures best bang for buck.
How to take action…
To join the thousands of Victorian households who are already taking the smart road to future proof their energy use, compare ecoMaster’s assessment options here.
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