Help Available to Householders

For specific advice on a variety of topics, see our Bitesize Advice to help householders.

• preventing damp and mould
• saving energy around the home and long term energy saving
• managing your energy usage
• how to control your heating
• heating top tips
• boiler flow settings
• saving money on your water bills
• fire safety
• stay informed during a power cut or if your water supply is interrupted
• carbon monoxide awareness
• staying safe at home

Understanding how much electricity your home uses is a great way to start saving money and lowering your bills. You might be surprised to find out that some of the most common household appliances are also the biggest users of energy.  

Information on Cost of Living Payments; Help in the Winter; Household Support Fund; find ways to maximise your income.

• Suddenly have no money?
• Waiting on a benefit payment/decision?
• Money not stretching far enough?
• Struggling with debt?
• Need support for additional housing costs?
• Need help with interest payments on mortgages or loans?

As temperatures rise, here are some easy ways to stay cool and save energy in your home.

You will need to have an EPC if:

• You’re selling your home
• Renting out your property
• Building a new home

Cornwall has many Park Home communities, occupied by over 3,400 residents across the county. This is twice the average for the whole South West region.

For many households, the prospect of receiving a grant for energy efficient home improvements can be a vital lifeline in saving money and maintaining a healthy comfortable home, and there are a number of schemes available which can make all the difference.