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If you’re a homeowner looking to reduce energy bills or improve the comfort of your home, a retrofit assessment is a must. Many properties, particularly older ones, have issues that lead to wasted energy and higher costs. Here are the top five problems a retrofit assessment can help solve, ensuring your home is both energy-efficient and comfortable.

1. Poor Insulation

Without proper insulation, heat escapes easily in the winter and your home can become unbearably warm in the summer. This not only affects comfort but also increases energy bills as your heating or cooling systems work overtime.

How a Retrofit Assessment Helps:
A retrofit assessment identifies areas where insulation is inadequate, such as the loft or external walls, and recommends upgrades that can make a noticeable difference in your home’s temperature regulation and energy efficiency.

2. Air Leaks and Draughts

Air leaks, often found around windows, doors, and chimneys, are a silent culprit in many homes. They allow heat to escape and cold air to enter, making your heating system less effective.

How a Retrofit Assessment Helps:
During the assessment, air leaks are identified, and solutions such as draught-proofing can be suggested, sealing these leaks and preventing energy wastage.

3. Inefficient Heating Systems

Outdated boilers or heating systems can lead to uneven heating and increased energy consumption. This is particularly common in older homes, where heating technology has not been updated for years.

How a Retrofit Assessment Helps:
An assessor will review the performance of your current heating system and provide suggestions for improvements, such as upgrading to more energy-efficient boilers or even exploring options like heat pumps.

4. Single-Glazed Windows

If your home still has single-glazed windows, you could be losing a lot of heat. Double- or triple-glazed windows significantly improve insulation, keeping your home warmer in winter and cooler in summer.

How a Retrofit Assessment Helps:
The assessment will evaluate your windows and recommend upgrades to double or triple glazing, which will not only improve energy efficiency but also reduce noise pollution.

5. Outdated Lighting and Appliances

Older light fixtures and appliances can be major energy drains. Switching to energy-efficient lighting and newer appliances can result in significant savings over time.

How a Retrofit Assessment Helps:
A detailed assessment can reveal the inefficiencies in your lighting and appliances and recommend cost-effective solutions like switching to LED lighting or energy-efficient appliances.

 

How Inter Infinity Energy Solutions Can Help

At Inter Infinity Energy Solutions, we offer comprehensive retrofit assessments designed to pinpoint areas where your home is losing energy. Our experienced team can help you reduce your energy bills, increase comfort, and make your home more eco-friendly.

What We Offer:

  • Experienced Professionals: Our team brings years of expertise in energy efficiency and home assessments.
  • Personalized Recommendations: We tailor our advice to the unique needs of your home, ensuring you get the most effective solutions.
  • Quick Results: We deliver fast, accurate assessments to help you start saving sooner.

Book Your Retrofit Assessment Today!

Ready to make your home more energy-efficient and comfortable? You can book your retrofit assessment here. For any questions, feel free to call us at 02030929602 or email us at info@interinfinity.co.uk. Let Inter Infinity Energy Solutions guide you toward a more sustainable home.

 

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