We spend an average 62% of our time at home, so where better to start than learning how to improve your homes energy efficiency. When it comes to our own homes, 1 in 4 respondents to our Securing Your Future survey series said they were unsure of what changes they could make to run a more sustainable home. We’ve developed the Green Home Guide to help you get started.
Boost your comfort
Save on utility bills
Understand Sustainable Energy Use
Benefits of a higher BER
Where to start
Step 1: Evaluate your home
Assess the energy efficiency of your home to identify areas that may reduce energy use and improve BER.
Step 2: Explore your options
Whether you're aiming for minor adjustments or major upgrades, there are plenty of options to enhance your home's energy efficiency.
Step 3: Make changes
Changes can be made at your own pace. A gradual shift to a sustainable lifestyle that fits your needs, and budget is essential for lasting change.
Step 1: Evaluate your home
According to the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland improving BER will increase the value of your home and decrease your energy bills and carbon emissions.
A Building Energy Rating (BER) is a great measure of your home's energy performance offering valuable insight into energy consumption, and carbon emissions. Arranging a BER assessment can help you identify improvement areas and make informed decisions on how to enhance your homes energy efficiency.
Explore BER Assessment options and learn more about grants available.
If you are an Allianz Home insurance customer, we offer lower premiums for properties with a BER rating of B or higher. If you know the BER rating of your home, you can notify us through www.myallianz.ie, or alternatively you can call us on 01 448 48 48, Monday to Friday 8am - 6pm and Saturday 9am - 1pm.
Step 2: Explore your options
You don’t have to spend a lot of money making your home energy efficient, even small changes can make a big difference to your energy consumption. But if you are considering investing in energy upgrades, there is a variety of great options available.
We’ve divided your home energy into 3 categories. Find quick wins and energy upgrades for all three categories.
Home heating
Heating is the biggest energy consumer in your home. Explore practical tips and upgrades available to help you reduce costs and improve efficiency
Water heating
Heating water is the second largest energy consumer in your home, Adopt smart usage practices and consider upgrades, to reduce your consumption
Electricity
Electricity is essential to keep our homes running smoothly, but with a few smart tweaks, you can easily cut down on usage and save on costs
Step 3: Make changes at your own pace
Improving home energy efficiency is a gradual process. A gradual transition to a more sustainable lifestyle that aligns with your needs and budget is key to achieving long-lasting and sustainable change.
Identifying and implementing small yet impactful adjustments in your daily energy use is the first step. Follow the ‘Quick Wins’ tips in this guide to transform your energy use.
If you're ready to take the next step and make energy upgrades to your home, you’ll find plenty of suitable options throughout the guide to help you find the upgrades that suit your home best. You can also explore the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) grants which will provide valuable financial assistance, making these improvements more affordable; so, backed by the SEAI you can enjoy the long-term benefits of reduced energy bills and a smaller carbon footprint
Cover for selected home energy features
At Allianz, we understand that our customers are embracing sustainable home upgrades. Our policies include cover for specified renewable energy systems and energy efficiency features, such as solar panels, wind turbines and home EV charging ports.
We include cover for the following as standard under the sums insured you have selected for your home – so no extra costs are involved:
