Ever feel like no matter how much you crank up the heating, your home just doesn’t stay warm? If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Research shows that one in five households in the UK is living in a poorly insulated home – letting heat (and money) slip through the cracks.

For many, winter brings not just chilly weather outside, but freezing draughts, rising energy bills, and even damp or mould inside. If you’re feeling stuck and wondering why your home never feels quite right, this is for you.

Why does my home feel so cold?

The truth is, the UK has some of the oldest and least energy-efficient homes in Europe. If your walls, roof, or windows aren’t properly insulated, it’s like trying to fill a leaky bucket – no matter how much heat you pour in, it escapes just as quickly.

According to new research by the Building Services Research & Information Association (BSRIA):

• 20% of homes have inadequate insulation in their walls, roof, or floors.
• 23% of people struggle with draughty doors and windows.
• Nearly 1 in 5 worry about damp or mould caused by poor ventilation.

If this sounds all too familiar, you’re not imagining it – these issues are common, but they don’t have to be permanent.

The cost of a cold home

Living in a cold home doesn’t just feel miserable, it’s also expensive and can take a toll on your health. Damp air, condensation, and mould can lead to respiratory problems, especially for children and older people.

And with energy bills still high, an inefficient home makes things worse. Did you know you could save hundreds of pounds a year by making small changes?

• Upgrading your wall insulation could save up to £315 annually.
• Adding loft insulation could save £225.
• Fixing draughts around doors and windows could make a huge difference, not just to your bills, but to how warm your home feels.

Why don’t more people make changes?

For many, it’s not about a lack of motivation, it’s a lack of information. Over half of British homeowners don’t even know what to ask for when it comes to improving their home’s energy efficiency. And with so much conflicting advice out there, it’s hard to know where to start.

That’s where we come in.

How Cosy Homes Oxfordshire can help

We believe everyone deserves to live in a home that feels warm and comfortable, no matter the season. That’s why we’re here to guide you through the steps to improve your home, with no jargon, no pressure—just straightforward advice you can trust.

Try our free planning service

With our free online Plan Builder advice service we’ll help you discover your home’s potential with a snapshot of options and cost estimates for energy-saving upgrades. For a more detailed, tailor-made assessment, try our Whole House Plan service.

• Local expertise you can trust: Our team knows Oxfordshire homes and their unique challenges.
• You stay in control: Set your goals and budget, and we’ll create a plan to match.
• Trusted partners: We connect you with reliable contractors to get the job done right.

Imagine your home – but warmer

Picture this: no more icy draughts sneaking under doors, no more condensation dripping from windows, and no more heating that costs a fortune but never warms the room. Instead, you have a cosy, energy-efficient home that saves you money and keeps you comfortable, no matter the weather.

You don’t have to keep putting up with a cold, inefficient home. Take the first step toward a warmer, healthier, and more affordable future today.

Let’s make your home the place you’ve always wanted it to be.