Step inside Oxford homes
Step inside Oxford homes during Oxford Open Doors 2025. Local households – including several of our proud clients – are opening their doors to show how they’ve cut energy use, improved comfort, and made their homes healthier
What’s stopping you from improving your home?
Unsure how to start improving your home? You’re not alone. A new Citizens Advice report shows the real barriers – and how services like Cosy Homes Oxfordshire can help you take the next step with
Have you been putting off upgrading your home?
If your home feels draughty in winter, overheated in summer, or simply costly to run, you’re not alone. Many homeowners put off upgrades because it feels complicated. At Cosy Homes Oxfordshire, we make it simple to take the right steps towards a warmer,
Why planning is the key to a successful home retrofit
As the saying goes: failing to plan is planning to fail. Without a clear strategy and solid data, it’s easy to waste time and money on the wrong retrofit solutions – or worse, create new problems like poor ventilation or
Make your home warmer and cheaper to run
Make your home warmer and cheaper to run with the right plan Upgrading your home can feel overwhelming – where do you start? What changes will actually make a difference? And how do you avoid costly mistakes? Most homes could be warmer, cheaper to run,
Tired of feeling the cold at home? You’re not alone.
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
Transforming a 1930s bungalow for a greener future
In a recent article, Paul Brown shares his journey of transforming his 1930s bungalow into a model of green living. Describing himself as a “solar nerd,” his enthusiasm for solar panels and eco-friendly upgrades is contagious, and his story
A short history of retrofitting
Closer to home, the popular TV series Grand Designs offers amazing showcases of retrofit homes that brilliantly combine energy efficiency with style. The show explores innovative retrofitting solutions, demonstrating that eco-friendly design can be both
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