Source: Sustainability Victoria
Benefits of insulation
Insulation is the cornerstone of an energy efficient home. Insulation is also the most cost-effective way to improve the energy efficiency and comfort of your home. A fully insulated home compared to a non-insulated home can reduce the cost of heating and cooling a home by around 40 to 50%. Just installing ceiling insulation alone can save you up to 20% on your heating and cooling bills. Find out more here.
Benefits of draught proofing
Draught proofing stops warm air from escaping your home in winter and hot air from entering in summer, saving you money and making your home more comfortable. Up to 25% of winter heat loss from existing houses is caused by air leakage (also known as draughts). In fact, 9 out of 10 homes in Victoria have unwanted draughts. Find out more here.
Benefits of efficient electric heating and cooling
One of the cheapest ways to reduce the cost of heating your home is to ensure you are using the most efficient system. Reverse cycle air conditioners use heat pumps to shift heat rather than burn fuel to generate heat and are the most efficient way to heat your home. Using an air conditioner instead of gas ducted or gas room heating will result in significant savings. If your house has a rooftop solar PV system, the benefits of heating with electric reverse cycle systems can be even greater. Find out more about heating and cooling systems here.