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Act quickly to beat Government cutbacks

Chancellor George Osbourne has announced the Government’s plans to reduce annual energy bills by around £50, but this will see changes made to energy efficiency schemes such as ECO.

Energy prices have been in the spotlight over the last couple of months, with each of the major six suppliers cranking up their costs and Labour promising to freeze prices if they come into power.

And to tackle the issue, the Coalition Government are looking to cut household spending by changing green schemes and energy efficiency incentives. MPs are still campaigning for the plans to be scrapped, which include grants and funding for vulnerable households and hard-to-treat homes.
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Understanding the ECO scheme

do I qualify?With the ever-increasing energy bills we face in the UK because of price hikes from the major suppliers, it’s no wonder energy efficiency is always on the mind. A startling statistic is that since 2004, the average British energy bill has doubled. And worse news still: Your bills will probably double again by 2020.

So now you know this, what are your options? Well improving the efficiency of your property is your best bet. By doing this you can limit heat loss and reduce the amount of heat you actually need to produce in the home to keep warm.

There are two main options to consider when going about this. You could invest in the efficiency measures yourself, by upgrading a boiler or having wall cavity insulation inserted. Or, you could find out if you’re eligible for a new Government scheme: The Energy Company Obligation.
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The benefits of an eco boiler

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Every year we spend hundreds of pounds on heating and experts suggest as much as 84% of yearly bills are made up from the boiler. This highlights the importance of having an energy efficient eco boiler to make a big difference on your consumption, reducing the amount you spend.

Why do I need an eco boiler?

If your current boiler is inefficient, you should be looking to replace it with an efficient gas condensing system.
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