Insulation: What Should You Focus on First — Walls, Ceiling or Floor?
If you’re planning to improve your home’s insulation, you might
At Awarua Synergy, we’re passionate about creating homes that are not just houses, but warm, energy-efficient, healthy spaces where families can thrive. We've created a series of videos to help you make the most of your home.
If you’re planning to improve your home’s insulation, you might
Summer has finally arrived, and with it some warmer temperatures!
For many homeowners, especially in Southland, a heat pump is
When it comes to making your home warmer, drier and
We’re proud to share some exciting news with our community
More Southlanders Able to Access Insulation Grants More Southlanders will
It’s true that winter is always the most costly season when it comes to power bills. But did you know your power bill could be increasing even more than normal this winter?
The answer is: no, you don’t need to leave your heat
Damp air is harder to heat
Drying clothes inside creates 5 litres of moisture per day
Warmer drier homes = fewer hospital admissions
At 3% inflation, household energy bills are set to double again in the next 20 years
Hot water heating is 38% of household energy use
The recommended temperature for living rooms is 18-22 degrees
Un-flued gas heaters create 1 litre of moisture per hour
Every $1 spent on insulation equates to a $5-$7 return in health and energy benefits.
Opening windows 20 minutes per day exchanges air making home easier to heat
Damp air causes respiratory problems
Insulating a home is an investment for future generations who live in the house
The current average rate of increase in electricity prices is 8.5%
Cold homes contribute to 1600 extra deaths in NZ per year
NZ has one of the highest rates of asthma in the OEDC that’s 1 in 4 children, costing us about $4 billion per year
Space heating is 36% of household energy use
Cleaning mould with white vinegar kills it
The recommended temperature for utility or laundry rooms is 14-16 degree
The recommended temperature for bedrooms is 16-18 degrees
Insulation makes your home warmer, drier and healthier….and it lasts for generations
NZ homes are expensive to run, we spent approx $250m on inadequate heating