Free Home Energy Checks
Published on 30 August 2018 10:30 AM
As autumn approaches Age UK Shropshire Telford & Wrekin urges older people to take advantage of free home energy checks.
Keeping warm in the colder months is a huge issue for many homeowners who live in Shropshire. Many people live in poorly insulated houses which are not on the main gas grid and are therefore expensive to heat. Shockingly around 285 older people die every winter in Shropshire from cold-related causes.
Age UK Shropshire Telford & Wrekin has been successful in securing funding to offer free and impartial home energy checks for people aged over 60.
The free advisory service is delivered in partnership with Marches Energy Agency. This isn’t about selling anything, the one hour visit will offer impartial advice to make homes warmer and could save money on heating bills.
Heather Osborne, Chief Executive of Age UK Shropshire Telford & Wrekin, said: 'With temperatures plummeting to -13°C in some parts of Shropshire last winter and significant snowfall, we are urging older people to think ahead and prepare their homes for the coming winter months. This scheme is always very popular, I am delighted we have been able to secure the funding for a third year running to support older people keep their homes warm. Last year we visited over 100 older people who were desperate for help to reduce their energy bills but didn’t know where to turn, so please do pick up the phone and talk to us.'
If you would like a free Home Energy Check call Age UK Shropshire Telford & Wrekin on 01743 233 123.