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Retrofit step 3: Electrification

Decarbonise your heating by using a carbon-free source of heating like an air source heat pump.

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Electrify your heating

Before installing your new energy efficient hearting system, ensure you’ve got good insulation and proper ventilation. This will help you achieve a warmer, healthier home which requires less energy to maintain a comfortable temperature. 

The next step in your retrofit journey is to electrify the heating system. For this, you need a modern, carbon-free source of heating that is both future-proof and efficient. Most commonly this would be an air source heat pump.

Depending on your home’s construction, other options include storage heaters and infra-red heating panels. Our EcoCosi retrofit coordinators are well placed to advise you on the most efficient measures available to your home. 

Retrofit step 1: Insulation

The first step of your retrofit journey is to ensure your home has proper insulation.

Insulation

Retrofit step 2: Ventilation

If your home is properly insulated, ensuring effective ventilation is the next important step for your retrofit. 

Ventilation

Retrofit step 4: Generation

By generating your own energy you can power your home, your heating and even your electric vehicle.

Generation

Renewable heating systems

Heating systems which use renewable energy sources are becoming more popular. The pages below go into more detail on how these measures work and how to use them most efficiently. 

Air source heat pump

Air source heat pumps uses the air outside to heat our home. Find out more about this low carbon heating option.

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Ground source heat pump

A ground source heat pump uses heat energy from the ground to warm our home. Find out how it works and if it’s suitable for your home.

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Storage heaters

Discover how storage heaters work, the various models you may come across and how you can use them.

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Register your interest in our retrofit service

Register your interest in EcoCosi from Changeworks to find out more about how to retrofit your home and to be sent information about the service.

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Useful pages

Saving energy in the home

Saving energy in the home is good for our pocket and the planet. There are lots of little changes we can make – many costing us nothing at all – that can add up to big savings.

Energy bills and your supplier

From getting to know all the charges that appear on your energy bill to the best ways to find out about your rights, our advice and support can help you take control.

Financial support

Financial support is out there, whether you’re struggling with your energy bills or looking into funding for renewable heating systems. Our guides cover what financial support is available, and how to apply.   

Managing your heating

The more familiar you are with your heating systems, the better. Use our guides to take control of the heat in your home and use it more efficiently.

Heat your home efficiently

If you’re making decisions about the future of heating your home, then we can help. Discover advice on renewable options and available funding.

Insulation

From the roof over your head to the floor beneath your feet, there are a range of insulation options that can work for different types of homes.