In order to decide which type of renewable best suits you, you should carry out a thorough assessment of your property and the conditions that prevail, as well as considering cost. Remember, the technologies can be used in combination. If you feel you need specialist advice on which renewables would best suit your situation, it may well be worth you employing an energy consultant to assess your home and needs. Try either the Centre for Alternative Energy or the Encraft who can identify consultants.

Encraft offers property owners independent, impartial, professional advice on low carbon energy options, including site surveys, analyses of the energy performance of your home, comparisons of the costs and benefits of different technologies and management of projects. Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 01926 312159.

The Centre for Alternative Technology: CAT also has a consultancy service offering advice on energy efficiency and renewable technologies. Call 01654 705989 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..