A special event is being held in the Garden Quarter, Chester, to help residents find out how they could save money on their energy bills this winter.
The Save Energy, Save Money event will provide residents with an opportunity to meet with experts and discuss ways in which they can reduce their energy bills and keep their home warm during the colder months.
There will be advice stands from a variety of organisations covering everything from fire safety, debt and benefit advice to a range of interactive workshops and exhibits demonstrating simple actions you can take to reduce your energy bills.
Local environmental charity Energy Projects Plus will also be on hand to offer Garden Quarter residents a free home energy check which includes:
- Funding for new heating systems, heating repairs, insulation, draught proofing or new heating controls.
- Help to switch to a cheaper energy tariff, with average savings of £220 a year.
- Advice about avoiding damp and condensation, and the most cost effective way to use your heating.
- Benefits checks, support with Warm Homes Discount applications (a £140 credit from your energy supplier) and Priority Service Register support.
The home energy check service and the Save Energy, Save Money event have been promoted to Garden Quarter residents through a mailing in partnership with the Garden Quarter Association and Cheshire West and Chester Council.
Paul Brand has had his energy check and said: “Following the visit we were surprised but very grateful to learn that we were eligible for a grant of £600 towards a new boiler and heating controls, plus support installing loft insulation.”
Arnold Wilkes of the Garden Quarter Association and Transition Chester, has undertaken energy efficiency improvements to his home, improving its warmth and reducing his energy bills. He said: “After reducing my own energy bills, I thought I would try and help others improve the energy efficiency of their living accommodation. If you want to reduce your energy costs then come along to our energy exhibition on 29th October to find out what you can do”.
Councillor Bob Rudd for the Garden Quarter said: “I am pleased to have helped the residents develop the Garden Quarter Community Plan which highlighted the high number of properties in the area with fuel poverty. We hope that local residents will take advantage of the help that can be provided and through the Save Energy Save Money event.”
The Save Energy, Save Money event takes place on Saturday 29th October 2016, 10am to 1:00pm at Chester Blue Coat CE Primary School, Walpole Street, Chester, CH1 4HG