Insulation 'key to home energy savings'

A spokesperson for the Energy Saving Trust, a non-profit group which advises on saving money and making homes and businesses greener, said that draught proofing can add up to a £25 annual saving on energy.

Paula Owen, energy doctor at the organisation, said that in addition to simple measures that include keeping doors and windows closed, insulation was key to making the most of an energy-efficiency drive in the home.

"The biggest savings can be gained from installing insulation as around half of heat loss in a typical un-insulated home is through the walls and loft," she advised.

Ms Owen added that cavity wall insulation was "one of the most cost-effective" measures a homeowner can undertake, saving an average of £120 on heating bills.

Installing an energy-efficient boiler can also be a great way to ensure that a home is running at its most efficient.

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