'B' warm in a new home in Malton

 With major energy suppliers increasing their prices by 18% this winter, householders will be looking for ways of reducing their fuel bills and Redrow could hold the key.

As the weather turns colder, some people may worry about the cost of cranking up the heating to keep warm. But by switching from an old home that let's difficult to heat, to an energy efficient new home at Priorpot Mews in the Norton area of Malton they could save money.

Newly built Redrow homes are among just 1% of the nation's properties that achieve a 'B' rating for energy efficiency; they are 40% more energy efficient than homes built only a decade ago and 70% more economical than properties built before 1990; and they consistently outperform the recommended minimum air-tightness standard, which means they lose less heat and have fewer draughts.

Patsy Aicken, sales director for Redrow Homes (Yorkshire), said: "Now that the nights have turned dark and wintry people will increasingly want to be turning on their heating, but may be concerned about the cost because of rises in gas and electricity bills.

"Government regulations require new homes to be built to increasingly demanding environmental standards, so our new homes are packed with features designed to minimise energy use. Research conducted three years ago suggests our customers could save around 500 a year on their fuel bills compared with the cost or running an older property and with increases in the cost of gas and electricity the average saving now could be even higher."

New Redrow homes include highly efficient heating systems with thermostatic heating control; state of the art double glazed doors and windows that are less draughty; ultra-effective wall and roof insulation; ground insulation to help keep floors warm; and energy-efficient light fittings. They also boast water-efficient kitchen and bathroom fittings for further savings.

"The cost of making an older property as energy efficient as one our new homes soon mounts up. To install a new heating system, loft insulation and new windows in a typical three-bedroom home would set you back almost 10,000," Patsy added.

Priorpot Mews features a choice of three and four-bedroom homes with prices from 152,999.

They all boast kitchens that are both practical and stylish with integrated top brand name appliances including microwave, oven and fridge freezer plus tall cupboards and extra wide drawers that offer plenty of storage space.

Family bathrooms and en-suite master bedrooms enjoy quality fixtures and fittings, with a tile range exclusive to Redrow.