Energy Efficiency: Cut Your Bills

EPC ratings, smart meters, whole-house retrofits, and practical ways to cut your energy bills.

You don't need to spend thousands to cut your energy bills. Bleeding radiators, draught-proofing doors, fitting a smart thermostat — these quick wins add up to £100–400 a year in savings, often for less than £100 outlay.

Your EPC rating matters more than you might think: most government grants require at least an EPC D, and landlords will need a C rating by 2028. Think of energy efficiency as the foundation everything else builds on — get this right first, and every other upgrade (heat pumps, solar, batteries) works harder for you.

£100–400
Saved per year from quick wins
EPC C
Target rating for most grants
2028
Landlord EPC C deadline
10–20%
Savings from smart controls