My home - spending less money at home

Person reading their energy billsThis page includes information on energy efficiency, how to buy an affordable property and how to save money on running your home.

Did you know? You can get free advice on how to save energy in your home, grow your own food and measure your carbon footprint from your Green Community Champion.

Buying a home


Affordable property purchase schemes

Several ways you can become a home owner.

Energy efficiency


Saving energy in your home

Person putting in an energy efficient light bulbAdvice for council tenants, housing association tenants and residents on how you can save energy, cut your fuel costs, get free advice and apply for grants and loans.

Changing your energy supplier

How to choose or change your gas and electricity supplier and what questions you need to ask. Provided by Consumer Direct.

Making your home green

Advice on how to make your household more environmentally sustainable and reduce bills.

Renting


Transfer incentive scheme

A scheme that offers Lambeth tenants in under-occupied housing an opportunity to move to smaller homes which would better suit their needs.

Safety


Free fire risk checks for council homes

If you are a council tenant you can apply for a free fire risk check for your home.

Handyperson service for over 55's

Contact a handyperson to do minor repairs directly related to your safety or security.

Places you can get more help


Housing options and advice service

The Housing options and advice centre provides help and advice to Lambeth residents on a range of housing issues. These include finding somewhere to live in Lambeth and problems with your existing living arrangements. Please phone for an appointment with an advisor.

Phone: 020 7926 4200
Email: housingoptions@lambeth.gov.uk