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Why Should I Install Energy and Water Efficient Appliances in Rental Properties?

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    Although it can be tempting to save a little money on kitchen appliances when you’re kitting out your rental property, the cheapest option isn’t always the best. Sure, value for money is important – you don’t want to pay over the odds unnecessarily. But it’s now more crucial than ever to consider the energy rating of appliances, not just their price tag.

    Why? Well, energy prices are considerably higher than they were a few years ago, which means the running cost of an appliance is now more relevant than it’s ever been. A more energy-efficient appliance really can pay for itself in the long run. Then, there’s the environmental impact to consider; energy-saving models can make a real impact, reducing household greenhouse gas emissions by between 10 and 50% in comparison to regular appliances.

    The benefits don’t end there. In this article, we’re going to cover all of the key advantages energy saving appliances and fittings can offer landlords, from keeping bills down to attracting a wider pool of potential tenants. Then, we’ll cover a range of energy-saving appliances and fittings in more detail, helping you choose the right products for your rental property.

    Looking for more information on energy ratings? Check out our separate guide to energy labels and what they mean.

    The benefits of energy-saving appliances and fixtures

    Reduced energy bills

    We touched on it earlier, but perhaps the number one benefit of energy-saving products is the impact they can have on your bills. A home that’s full of high-quality, energy-efficient products can use up to 50% less electricity than an equivalent home full of outdated, inefficient appliances – and in today’s world of rising energy costs, that’s a significant monthly saving.

    Sure, efficient appliances are usually more expensive to buy in the first place, but the monthly cost savings they can deliver often outweigh the higher purchase price.

    Environmental benefits

    No matter your views on climate change, we can all agree that reducing greenhouse gas emissions is only ever going to be a good thing for our planet. By switching to energy-saving appliances and water-saving fixtures, you can rest easy knowing you’re doing your bit to help mitigate climate change and take care of the planet.

    Increased property value

    Investing in high-quality, energy-efficient appliances (particularly integrated models) can have a notable impact on the value of your property. If the time does come for you to sell up, you’ll be glad you chose an energy-saving oven or microwave over a cheaper, less desirable model.

    More attractive to prospective tenants

    Some tenants won’t be bothered by the appliances you choose. But many will be. An energy-efficient home kitted out with modern appliances is always going to be more desirable than a home with outdated, inefficient ones.

    Our best-selling appliances

    • TCH601

      60cm Black 4 Zone Ceramic Hob with Touch Controls

      Original price was: £99.99.Current price is: £89.99.
    • UCFF87BK

      87L Black Freestanding Under Counter Fridge Freezer

      Original price was: £149.99.Current price is: £134.99.
    • CHA600BK/A

      60cm Black Angled Cooker Hood – Energy Rating A

      Original price was: £89.99.Current price is: £80.99.
    • CCF115

      CCF115 Recirculating Cooker Hood Carbon Charcoal Filters

      Original price was: £14.99.Current price is: £13.49.
    • CIH602

      60cm 4 Zone Built-in Touch Control Induction Hob – Black

      Original price was: £129.99.Current price is: £116.99.
    • CF150

      Cookology CF150 Cooker Hood Filters

      Original price was: £14.99.Current price is: £13.49.
    • UCFF87SL

      87L Silver Freestanding Under Counter Fridge Freezer

      Original price was: £149.99.Current price is: £134.99.
    • UCFF87WH

      87L White Freestanding Under Counter Fridge Freezer

      Original price was: £149.99.Current price is: £134.99.
    • CCF200

      Cookology Carbon Charcoal Filters CCF200

      Original price was: £14.99.Current price is: £13.49.
    • CIBP600

      Plug-In Induction Hob with Bridging Zone – Black

      Original price was: £179.99.Current price is: £161.99.
    • CCFZ99BK

      99L Black Chest Freezer with Chill Function

      Original price was: £138.99.Current price is: £125.09.
    • SEP601SS

      60cm Stainless Steel 4 Zone Solid Plate Hob

      Original price was: £99.00.Current price is: £89.10.
    • CWC300SS

      20 Bottle Capacity Stainless Steel Wine Cooler with Wood Shelves

      Original price was: £299.99.Current price is: £269.99.
    • UCFZ60BK

      60L Black Freestanding Under Counter Freezer

      Original price was: £138.99.Current price is: £125.09.
    • CF100

      Cookology CF100 Recirculating Filters

      Original price was: £14.99.Current price is: £13.49.
    • MFZ32BK

      31L Black Table Top Freezer

      Original price was: £94.99.Current price is: £85.49.
    • CCFZ142BK

      142L Black Chest Freezer with Chill Function

      Original price was: £164.99.Current price is: £148.49.
    • BUCH900SS/A+

      90cm Stainless Steel Built-In Cooker Hood

      Original price was: £159.99.Current price is: £143.99.
    • CWC301BK

      20 Bottle Capacity Black Wine Cooler with Wood Shelves

      Original price was: £299.99.Current price is: £269.99.
    • DK1M150

      DK1M150 Ducting Kit for Externally Vented Cooker Hoods

      Original price was: £19.99.Current price is: £17.99.
    • CTTD6BK

      6 Place Setting Black Table Top Dishwasher

      Original price was: £199.99.Current price is: £179.99.
    • IM20LSS

      20L Integrated Microwave – Stainless Steel

      Original price was: £159.99.Current price is: £143.99.
    • CTTD8BK

      8 Place Setting Black Table Top Dishwasher

      Original price was: £249.99.Current price is: £224.99.
    • CMVD25BK

      2.5kg Black Mini Tumble Dryer

      Original price was: £154.99.Current price is: £139.49.
    • CMAFS20LBK

      20L Countertop Microwave – Black

      Original price was: £64.99.Current price is: £58.49.
    • CCFZ198BK

      198L Black Chest Freezer with Chill Function

      Original price was: £199.99.Current price is: £179.99.
    • BUGL900BK/A+

      A+ Energy Rated – 90cm Built Under Canopy Cooker Hood – Black Glass

      Original price was: £219.99.Current price is: £197.99.
    • CTTD6WH

      6 Place Setting White Table Top Dishwasher

      Original price was: £189.99.Current price is: £170.99.
    • IMOG25LSS

      25L Stainless Steel Built-In Combi Microwave Oven & Grill

      Original price was: £199.99.Current price is: £179.99.
    • UCFZ60WH

      60L White Freestanding Under Counter Freezer

      Original price was: £138.99.Current price is: £125.09.
    • BC96BK

      93L Drinks Fridge – Black

      Original price was: £214.99.Current price is: £193.49.
    • SEP602BK

      60cm Black 4 Zone Solid Plate Hob

      Original price was: £89.99.Current price is: £80.99.
    • IM20LBK

      20L Integrated Microwave – Black

      Original price was: £159.99.Current price is: £143.99.
    • CFSDI20LBK

      20L Black Freestanding Digital 800W Microwave Oven

      Original price was: £66.00.Current price is: £59.40.
    • BUGL750BK/A+

      A+ Energy Rated – 75cm Under Cupboard Canopy Cooker Hood – Black Glass

      Original price was: £199.99.Current price is: £179.99.
    • MFR67BK

      65L Black Mini Table Top Fridge

      Original price was: £109.99.Current price is: £98.99.
    • CTTD6SL

      6 Place Setting Silver Table Top Dishwasher

      Original price was: £199.99.Current price is: £179.99.
    • CBC70BK

      70L Drinks Fridge – Black

      Original price was: £199.99.Current price is: £179.99.
    • BUCH520SS/A+

      52cm Stainless Steel Built-In Canopy Cooker Hood

      Original price was: £84.99.Current price is: £76.49.
    • UCIF93BK

      93L Black Under Counter Fridge with Chiller Box

      Original price was: £129.99.Current price is: £116.99.
    • GH700SS

      70cm Stainless Steel 5 Burner Gas Hob with Wok Burner

      Original price was: £149.99.Current price is: £134.99.
    • IMOG25LBK

      25L Black Built-In Combination Microwave and Oven

      Original price was: £199.99.Current price is: £179.99.
    • GH705SS

      70cm Stainless Steel 5 Burner Gas Hob and Wok Burner with Cast Iron Supports

      Original price was: £159.99.Current price is: £143.99.
    • UCIB80BK

      80L Black Under Counter Fridge with Ice Box

      Original price was: £139.99.Current price is: £125.99.
    • CTTD8SL

      8 Place Setting Silver Table Top Dishwasher

      Original price was: £249.99.Current price is: £224.99.
    • SFO60BK/1

      60cm Black Built-In Electric Fan Oven

      Original price was: £179.99.Current price is: £161.99.
    • CF300

      CF300 Carbon Sheet Filter for Recirculating Visor Cooker Hoods

      Original price was: £14.99.Current price is: £13.49.
    • SFO60SS/1

      60cm Stainless Steel Built-In Electric Fan Oven

      Original price was: £179.99.Current price is: £161.99.
    • CMAFS20LWH

      20L Countertop Microwave – White

      Original price was: £64.99.Current price is: £58.49.
    • CMVD25WH

      2.5kg White Mini Tumble Dryer

      Original price was: £154.99.Current price is: £139.49.
    • CTTD8WH

      8 Place Setting White Table Top Dishwasher

      Original price was: £249.99.Current price is: £224.99.
    • MCDW3BK

      3 Place Setting White Mini Table Top Dishwasher with Window

      Original price was: £249.99.Current price is: £224.99.
    • CWC150BK

      7 Bottle Capacity Black Built-In Wine Cooler

      Original price was: £199.99.Current price is: £179.99.
    • COF600BK

      65L Black Electric Fan Oven – Energy Rating A

      Original price was: £189.99.Current price is: £170.99.
    • MFZ32SL

      31L Silver Table Top Freezer

      Original price was: £94.99.Current price is: £85.49.
    • FOD60BK

      60L Large Built-in Electric True Fan Oven with Easy Programmable Timer and Digital Clock – Black Glass

      Original price was: £189.99.Current price is: £170.99.
    • CBC130BK

      115L Black Under Counter Drinks Fridge

      Original price was: £329.99.Current price is: £296.99.
    • CIB606

      60cm Black Induction Hob with Bridging Zone

      Original price was: £179.99.Current price is: £161.99.
    • VER905BK

      90cm Black Angled Chimney Cooker Hood with Touch Control

      Original price was: £159.99.Current price is: £143.99.
    • LINT901SS/A++

      90cm Stainless Steel Chimney Cooker Hood – Energy Rating A++

      Original price was: £199.99.Current price is: £179.99.
    • SEP601WH

      60cm White 4 Zone Solid Plate Hob

      Original price was: £99.99.Current price is: £89.99.
    • VER805BK/A++

      A++ Energy Rated – 80cm Angled Chimney Cooker Hood – Touch Control – Black

      Original price was: £159.99.Current price is: £143.99.
    • LINT701SS

      70cm Stainless Steel Chimney Cooker Hood – Energy Rating A++

      Original price was: £189.99.Current price is: £170.99.
    • GGH705BK

      70cm Black 5 Burner Gas on Glass Hob with Cast Iron Supports

      Original price was: £159.99.Current price is: £143.99.
    • CH600SS/A

      60cm Stainless Steel Chimney Cooker Hood

      Original price was: £79.99.Current price is: £71.99.
    • MFZ32WH

      31L White Table Top Freezer

      Original price was: £94.99.Current price is: £85.49.
    • CCFZ99WH

      99L White Chest Freezer with Chill Function

      Original price was: £138.99.Current price is: £125.09.
    • UCFR88BK

      93L Black Freestanding Under Counter Fridge

      Original price was: £139.99.Current price is: £111.99.
    • CTFZ163IX

      160L Tall Inox Freestanding Larder Freezer

      Original price was: £299.99.Current price is: £239.99.
    • CCFZ142WH

      142L White Chest Freezer with Chill Function

      Original price was: £164.99.Current price is: £148.49.
    • MFR67WH

      65L White Mini Table Top Fridge

      Original price was: £109.99.Current price is: £98.99.
    • CFSDI20LWH

      20L White Freestanding Digital 800W Microwave Oven

      Original price was: £66.99.Current price is: £60.29.
    • MFR45BK

      45L Black Table Top Mini Fridge

      Original price was: £94.99.Current price is: £85.49.
    • CH900BK/A

      90cm Black Chimney Cooker Hood – Energy Rating A

      Original price was: £84.99.Current price is: £76.49.
    • CWC601BK

      54 Bottle Capacity Black Freestanding Wine Cooler

      Original price was: £449.99.Current price is: £404.99.
    • CIT902

      90cm Black 5 Zone Induction Hob with Touch Control

      Original price was: £299.99.Current price is: £269.99.
    • CDO900BK

      110L Black Built-In Double Oven – Energy Rating A

      Original price was: £369.99.Current price is: £332.99.
    • CGL600BK/A

      60cm Black Curved Glass Cooker Hood

      Original price was: £89.99.Current price is: £80.99.
    • TSH601BK/A

      60cm Black Chimney Cooker Hood – Energy Rating A

      Original price was: £89.99.Current price is: £80.99.
    • CWC34BK

      34 Bottle Capacity Black Built-In Wine Cooler

      Original price was: £229.99.Current price is: £206.99.
    • VER705BK/A++

      A++ Energy Rated – 70cm Angled Chimney Cooker Hood – Touch Control – Glass Black

      Original price was: £129.99.Current price is: £116.99.
    • HICYL351SS

      35cm Stainless Steel Hanging Cylinder Island Cooker Hood – Energy Rating A++

      Original price was: £229.99.Current price is: £206.99.
    • HICYL351BK/A++

      35cm Black Hanging Cylinder Island Cooker Hood – Energy Rating A++

      Original price was: £229.99.Current price is: £206.99.
    • CBC98BK

      98L Drinks Fridge – Black

      Original price was: £259.99.Current price is: £233.99.
    • CIHDD800

      80cm Black Induction Hob with Downdraft Extractor

      Original price was: £669.99.Current price is: £602.99.
    • MFR67SS

      65L Stainless Steel Table Top Mini Fridge

      Original price was: £119.99.Current price is: £107.99.
    • VISOR600BK

      60cm Black Visor Cooker Hood Extractor Fan

      Original price was: £59.99.Current price is: £53.99.
    • CET901

      90cm Black Ceramic Hob with 5 Zones

      Original price was: £239.99.Current price is: £215.99.
    • BUGL900WH/A+

      90cm White Glass Built-In Canopy Cooker Hood

      Original price was: £219.99.Current price is: £197.99.
    • UCIB80WH

      80L White Under Counter Fridge with Ice Box

      Original price was: £139.99.Current price is: £125.99.
    • CIK602

      60cm Induction Hob with Dial Controls – Black

      Original price was: £179.99.Current price is: £161.99.
    • CBID601

      12 Place Setting Stainless Steel Integrated Dishwasher

      Original price was: £269.99.Current price is: £242.99.
    • BUCH750SS/A+

      75cm Stainless Steel Built-In Canopy Cooker Hood

      Original price was: £129.99.Current price is: £116.99.
    • CMVD25SL

      2.5kg Silver Mini Tumble Dryer

      Original price was: £154.99.Current price is: £139.49.
    • CH900SS/A

      90cm Stainless Steel Chimney Cooker Hood – Energy Rating A

      Original price was: £84.99.Current price is: £76.49.
    • CMDW2BK

      2 Place Setting Black Mini Table Top Dishwasher

      Original price was: £269.99.Current price is: £242.99.
    • GGH700BK

      70cm Black 5 Burner Gas on Glass Hob with Enamel Supports

      Original price was: £149.99.Current price is: £134.99.
    • UCIF93SL

      93L Silver Under Counter Fridge with Chiller Box

      Original price was: £129.99.Current price is: £116.99.
    • UCFR130BK

      130L Under Counter Fridge – Black

      Original price was: £169.99.Current price is: £152.99.

    Energy efficient products to consider

    So, the benefits of energy-saving products are clear. But where should you begin? If you want to revamp your rental property with efficient appliances and fixtures, here are a few products you might want to consider.

    Ovens

    As one of the most energy-hungry appliances in the home, the difference between an efficient oven and an inefficient one can be massive. If you’re looking to keep bills down and reduce your property’s environmental impact, buying a new oven is a great place to start. Typically, gas ovens are least efficient, with electric fan ovens being the most efficient.

    Hobs

    Ceramic hobs might be convenient to use, but they’re not usually the most energy-efficient. That honour goes to induction hobs, which transfer energy directly from the hob to the pan using an electric current. Not only does this make them extremely safe, it means that virtually no energy is wasted in heating up your pot or pan.

    Cooker hoods

    An A, A+ or A++ rated cooker hood or extractor can make a significant difference to your property’s energy usage, too. We offer a wide range of energy-saving models here at Cookology.

    Microwaves

    Integrated or freestanding, there are plenty of options out there if you’re searching for a more efficient alternative to your current microwave.

    Water-saving fixtures and appliances

    Saving water is important too, particularly if your property is on a water meter. For example, investing in a newer, more efficient dishwasher can make a real difference.

    Take advantage of our trade discount today

    If you’re planning on refreshing your rental property with new appliances, don’t forget to take advantage of our exclusive trade discounts. If you haven’t already, follow the link opposite to sign up for a trade account online today for free.

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