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One way this could be done, Alessia Horwich in an article for the Independent points out, is by insulating a loft.
With just over a quarter (26 per cent) of all heat lost in a home escaping through the ceiling, getting to grips with such a home improvement could play a significant role in increasing a property's energy efficiency.
Meanwhile, figures from the Energy Saving Trust show that fitting cavity wall insulation could see utility bills for a three-bedroom semi-detached house fall by £115 a year.
The publication points out that double-glazing can be an effective eco DIY project to carry out as windows account for around a fifth of total heat loss, with the installation of high-efficiency boilers and solar thermal panels also recommended.
Earlier this month, Calder Valley MP Chris McCafferty claimed the government should offer greater financial incentives to encourage Britons to integrate energy-saving features into their property.
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