Through our Cby28 retrofit project, we have transformed their home with new solar panels, insulation, extraction fans, efficient heaters and a smart meter.
Since the work was completed, the Carters are really pleased with the retrofit works we have made to their bungalow in time for a cold winter.
Peter said: “We have been those people that have sat on winter nights with blankets on our legs because we have been afraid to put the fire on an extra 20 minutes to warm the room up.
“Now, to have the panels that are helping, the insulation that is helping and the wall heaters that are top of their game, the bigger picture is hopefully we won’t be scared of receiving our bill and that’s all down to the people at LiveWest.
“We get emotional about it because it doesn’t seem a few years ago that we were living in a caravan and struggling health-wise but here, the future for our health is so much brighter and that’s all to do with LiveWest.”
Anita notes that between her two new electric fans and her new insulation alone, she already feels the difference on gloomier days. She even admits the solar panels have altered her daily routine as she tries to become more efficient with her electric. This includes doing her washing and tumble-drying during daylight hours.
Anita said: “I cannot always put my washing on the line, so I rely on my tumble dryer. Before we had our smart meter and solar panels, I used to worry but they do not take much electricity at all!”
We are also committed to improving the energy efficiency of our existing homes. Find out more about our commitment to delivering sustainable homes, neighbourhoods and communities.
