Power Up Haringey · Insulation & fabric

Make your home warmer with insulation and fabric improvements

Improving the fabric of your home reduces heat loss, improves comfort and lowers the energy you need to keep your home warm.

Through Power Up Haringey you can explore your options, connect with trusted professionals and find out about funding that could help towards the cost.

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  • Up to £5,000* Power Boost grant
  • Trusted local professionals
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Your options

What improvements could I make?

Every home is different, but there are several common ways of reducing heat loss and improving the energy efficiency of a property.

  • Loft & roof insulation

    Heat rises, so insulating your loft is one of the simplest and most cost-effective ways to keep warmth in your home.

  • Wall insulation

    Options include cavity wall insulation and internal wall insulation – the right choice depends on how your home was built.

  • Floor insulation

    Insulating your floor can help reduce heat loss and cold draughts, making your home feel more comfortable.

  • Windows & glazing

    Options include double or triple glazing, secondary glazing and draught-proofing to reduce heat loss and draughts.

Heritage homes

Older homes and conservation areas

Older and traditionally built homes can still be made warmer and more energy efficient. Getting the right guidance first is especially important if your home is listed, in a conservation area or has solid walls – the wrong materials or methods can cause damp, damage original features or need permissions you haven't applied for.

Before you start

  • Check permissionsSome work may need planning permission or listed building consent.

  • Use breathable materialsOn solid walls, they let moisture escape so damp doesn't build up.

  • Protect characterConsider internal wall insulation, secondary glazing and draught-proofing.

  • Get expert adviceA retrofit coordinator such as Eco Alex can help you plan the right measures.

Read Haringey Council's retrofit design guide (opens in a new tab), including advice on historic buildings.

Learn more about improving older homes on the Haringey Council website (opens in a new tab)
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The bigger picture

Think about your home as a whole

You don't have to do everything at once, but looking at the bigger picture can help you make the best decisions for your home.

If scaffolding is going up for solar panels, it may be the perfect time to do other work such as roof repairs or roof insulation too.

Power Up can help you understand what to do, what order to do it in and which improvements work well together.

Diagram of a home showing insulation, windows, ventilation, solar panels, a heat pump and battery storage working together

  1. InsulateGood insulation reduces the amount of heat your home needs.

  2. GenerateSolar panels can generate clean electricity.

  3. HeatA heat pump can provide low-carbon heating.

Power Boost Haringey Fund: up to £5,000 grant available

Funding

Could I get help towards the cost?

The Power Boost Haringey Fund can help eligible homeowners make their homes greener and more energy efficient.

  • Up to £5,000 grant available towards qualifying improvements when you undertake at least two retrofit measures
  • Includes a combination of insulation, solar panels, battery storage and heat pumps
  • Subject to eligibility, scheme requirements and availability
Find out about Power Boost funding on the Haringey Council website (opens in a new tab)

Not sure where to start?

That's absolutely fine. You don't need to know what insulation your home needs or how much it might cost. Tell us about your home and what you'd like to achieve and we'll help you understand your options and the next steps.

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* Funding is provided by Haringey Council and is subject to eligibility, scheme requirements and availability.

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