Green Retrofitting with Hinckley and Rugby Building Society

12/03/2025
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Improving energy-efficiency in homes is more crucial than ever in today’s rapidly evolving world. Not only does it contribute to environmental sustainability, but it also offers homeowners significant financial benefits. Recognising this, Retrogreen provides a comprehensive solution to assist you in navigating the green retrofitting process in partnership with Hinckley & Rugby Building Society (HRBS).

 

Understanding Green Retrofitting

Green retrofitting involves upgrading existing properties with energy-efficient features in order to reduce carbon emissions, lower energy consumption and improve overall comfort. These improvements can also increase a property’s Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating, which in turn can increase property value.

Here are some of the most common home retrofitting measures:

  • Insulation improvements:

Upgrading loft, wall, and floor insulation to prevent heat loss

  • Efficient heating systems

Installing air source heat pumps to replace older systems

  • Renewable energy installations

Adding solar panels to reduce electricity usage from the grid

  • Improved glazing

Fitting double or triple-glazed windows to improve thermal efficiency

 

Retrogreen: Your Partner in Sustainable Home Improvement

At Retrogreen, we specialise in assisting homeowners navigate the complexities of energy-efficient upgrades with their ‘With You All The Way’ service. With our parent company being a licensed TrustMark Scheme Provider, Retrogreen ensures that all retrofitting projects are completed to the highest standards using appropriately qualified tradespeople. Our end-to-end service includes:

  • Comprehensive energy assessments

Evaluating your property’s current energy performance

  • Tailored improvement plans

Recommending upgrades that align with your goals and budget

  • Project management

Overseeing the implementation of energy-efficient measures from start to finish

  • Post upgrade support

Ensuring all installations perform optimally and provide on-going assistance.

 

Financing Your Green Upgrades with HRBS

To make these essential improvements more accessible, Hinckley and Rugby Building Society offers competitive green mortgage products to existing borrowers. These mortgages are designed to support energy-efficient home enhancements. Key features of these mortgages include:

  • Flexible financing

Borrow up to 80% of your property’s current value

  • Competitive rates

Benefit from attractive interest rates, with incentives for eco-friendly projects

  • No application or completion fees

This reduces the upfront costs associated with securing additional funds

 

To apply for these green mortgages, borrowers must commit to using at least 50% of the additional funds for approved energy efficiency improvements and to using Retrogreen’s ‘With You All The Way’ service.

 

Start Your Energy Efficiency Journey Today

Improving your home’s energy efficiency is a rewarding task that benefits both the environment and your finances. With Retrogreen’s expertise and HRBS’s supportive financing options, transforming your home into an energy-efficient property has never been easier. For more information on green mortgages and Retrogreen, click here: https://www.hrbs.co.uk/retrogreen/