Meet Rich, a long-term Bristol resident who lives in Keynsham with his wife and two boys.
Rich wanted to make his hone greener. Read his story below and find out how we helped him transform his home and take control his rising energy bills.
Motivation for going Green
Rich and his wife have always been environmentally aware. When they bought their home they wanted it to be as sustainable as possible.
To them, the benefits were clear: lower energy costs, greater efficiency, and the power of having control over their energy use.
The Renovation Process
Rich’s home renovation project was completed in phases phases. At the time of writing they have finished the first phase. The first phase included:
Windows and Doors: All windows and the front door were replaced, improving the home’s insulation.
Energy Efficiency: A smart meter was installed to better manage energy consumption, and solar panels were added, creating a 2.8 kilowatt system on the roof.
Electrical Work: Complete re-wiring and updating of the electrical systems throughout the house.
Interior Work: Plastering and woodwork were updated to improve the overall structure and look.
Changes made in Rich’s home
Testimonial
“By being more sustainable, it’s better for our bills and we want to be as efficient as possible. It gives us more control over our energy bills, we’re now making money because it’s sunny, which is great.”
Rich - Bristol resident
How we helped
We played a crucial role in Rich’s journey to a greener home. Our platform provided valuable insights and practical tools that helped:
Property information: Before purchasing their home, Rich and his wife used our tools to gather information about the energy efficiency of the house and options to improve it.
Direct quotes from suppliers: Rich was able to get quotes from suppliers and had solar panels installed.
Smart home monitoring: After buying they installed smart home devices helped track changes before and after renovations.
“Eco Approach helped us look into the market and it gave us a bit more confidence in terms of what we’re buying beyond Rightmove metrics” said Rich”
Smart home sensors
Rich’s experience show the benefits of using our tools before and after buying and energy efficiency monitoring.
By using technology and data, homeowners can make better decisions and see the real benefits of their sustainability efforts.