Double glazing 'one of the best ways to boost efficiency'

The installation of new windows could boost a home's efficiency, it has been claimed Homeowners can significantly boost their energy efficiency by adding double glazing to their homes, it has been suggested.Double glazing and UPVC windows made hold the key to energy efficiency for many property owners, according to a leading newspaper.

The Independent has claimed that new windows and insulation are often "by far the best things you can do", to both improve the green credentials of your property and cut energy usage.

However, the newspaper added that people should look to calculate their current carbon footprint before adding such measures as it can help to highlight what would be best for them.

Talking to the publication, Hayley Jones of UK-energy-saving.com said: "It's not an exact science, but at least it gives people an idea of where they sit, whether they need to make big changes or just tweaks here and there."

Grant Shapps, the shadow housing minister, recently told the Daily Telegraph that the government must improve its efforts to boost energy saving in the UK.

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Article Added: 01/09/2009 11:55:07

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