Thinking about improving the comfort and energy performance of your home or rental property? Whether you’re a homeowner or a landlord, we’ve gathered tools, guidance, and advice to help you take the first step.

Use these tools and resources to begin improving your home or property today. Whether you’re looking for funding, advice, or a personalised plan, the support you need is just a click away.

General Resources

Try it for yourself

If you live in Oxfordshire, start with this free advice tool. It will help you assess your property’s current energy performance and identify potential improvements. Develop your own plan to make your home or property more comfortable, greener, and cheaper to run. Try Cosy Homes Oxfordshire’s free Plan Builder advice tool

Grant funding

You may be eligible for a grant to help cover the cost of insulation, heat pumps, or even a whole-house energy upgrade. Whether you’re a homeowner or a landlord, grants are available to make energy-saving improvements more affordable. Find out more about grant funding

Struggling with energy bills?

If you’re finding it difficult to keep up with energy costs, Better Housing Better Health offers free advice to help residents stay warm, safe, and healthy in their homes. Contact Better Housing Better Health

Energy advice and support

For additional tips on keeping your home warm in winter and cool in summer, explore the free resources available through Low Carbon Hub. Energy advice resources

Create your own plan

Use the Government’s energy efficiency tool to explore tailored solutions for your home. It’s a great way to identify changes that can make an immediate difference. Find ways to save energy in your home

For homeowners

Find inspiration for your home

Explore our collection of case studies to see how other Oxfordshire homeowners are using whole house assessments to help plan energy-saving improvements. From Victorian terraces to modern flats, these real-life examples highlight the potential for greater comfort, lower energy bills, and reduced carbon emissions. Discover a home like yours

For landlords

Boost your property’s energy performance

Are you preparing for the government’s proposed Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES) changes? Explore our case studies to see how landlords are using whole house energy assessments to identify upgrades that improve EPC ratings, attract tenants, and future-proof their properties. Find inspiration to boost EPC ratings

Get advice on retrofitting rental properties

Retrofitting rental properties is a smart long-term investment. Not only can it improve tenant satisfaction and reduce maintenance issues, but it also ensures your properties comply with future regulations. Learn about retrofitting grants for landlords