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LED Lights: A Smarter Way to Upgrade Your Home Lighting
If your home still has older halogen downlights, incandescent light bulbs, or uneven lighting from room to room, upgrading to modern LED lights is one of the simplest ways to make your home warmer, safer, and cheaper to run.
How much can I save by switching to LED downlights in my home?
Lighting costs the average Kiwi household $220 per year – roughly 12 per cent of its electricity bill. LEDs use up to 85% less energy saving you money in the long run.
Is your home properly insulated? 9 top tips to stay warm this winter
Here are some top tips to overcome common home insulation problems, based on our 15 years expertise creating warm, healthy homes.