 Keep out the chill this winter with a series of schemes designed to keep homes heated and energy bills low.
In a bid to counter the combined effects of the credit crunch and soaring utility bills East Hampshire District Council will be running roadshows around the area promoting a range of energy-saving ideas.
The schemes will help home-owners insulate their houses at a reduced price, install solar panels and even receive money off their next council tax bill.
Stephen Edmonds, East Hampshire District Council's Private Sector Housing Officer, said winter is always a tough time, especially for some of the more vulnerable groups in the community.
'The current financial crisis might cause people to cut back on their heating bills this winter but if they take advantage of one of these helpful schemes they needn't be left in the cold,' he said.
'There are lots of different ways people can help themselves keep warm and cut down on their bills too. And when you're looking out for the environment it always pays to be energy efficient.
'We're aiming these schemes primarily at the over 60s and disabled people who may not be so mobile and will rely on their homes being warm.
'But most people will be able to take advantage of at least one of these schemes so it is worth checking it out.'
Schedule of EHDC's future roadshows:
Alton, Sainsbury's - Wednesday 12 November
Liphook, Sainsbury's - Wednesday 19 November
Horndean, Morrison's - Wednesday 26 November
Warm Front
Grants are available under central government for people on benefits to help them make their homes warmer, healthier and more energy-efficient. Improvements provided through Warm Front include loft insulation, draught proofing, energy-efficient light bulbs and gas or oil central heating.
For more call 0800 3166011 or visit www.warmfront.co.uk
Home Insulation
East Hampshire District Council has teamed up with British gas for this offer of home insulation at a substantially reduced price coupled with £75 off your next council tax bill.
For a three bed semi a typical price for loft insulation through the scheme is £274 and cavity wall insulation could cost £250. It is estimated that cavity wall insulation will save around £90 and full loft insulation up to £110.
For more call 0845 9717731 quote EHDC.
Solar Panels
East Hampshire District Council and British Gas are offering the installation of a solar water heating system plus £400 off your next council tax bill.
Installing the panels, which use the sun's warmth to heat water, costs around £4,200 and can provide between 50-70 per cent of your annual hot water usage for free.
For more call 0845 9717731 and quote EHDC.
CONTACT: Stephen Edmonds, EHDC Private Sector Housing Officer, on 01730 234334.
Will Parsons
Communications Officer
East Hampshire District Council
Penns Place
Petersfield
GU31 4EX
01730 234030
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