14 Property Matters
TOP TIPS FOR "GREENING" RENTED PROPERTIES As summer time officially ends, and clocks are turned backwards ahead of the icy blast of winter, it has never been more timely for landlords to make their rental properties more energy-efficient. By following a few simple tips to “green” their homes, property owners can save money and avoid further financial outlays in the future. ARLA, the industry body of which all reputable letting agents are members as a commitment to excellent customer service, has developed this winter checklist to help: Consider cavity wall and floor insulation: Effective insulation will represent a significant step towards improving the energy efficiency of your property. Ensure you have effective loft insulation: Although many properties now have loft insulation
installed, check the depth and quality. The recommended thickness is between 250-300mm for optimum savings. Insulate your water fittings: Lagging should be installed around water pipes and boilers to minimise heat loss. Prevent draughts: Landlords should seek to draught proof doors and windows, as well as reducing heat loss through floorboards. Install a thermostat on your boiler: This ensures that when a room reaches its optimum temperature of around 19C, the heating is automatically switched off, thus reducing heating bills. Meanwhile, Linley & Simpson has strengthened its senior team by appointing David Mear as the new manager of its newly-modernised Horsforth branch. His arrival comes as the specialist letting agency announced the opening of the 10th office in its network – Saltaire, which will cover the whole of the Aire Valley and link closely into both Ilkley and Horsforth offices. Thanks to Linley & Simpson, Brook Street, Ilkley
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