Energy efficient new homes
Our new build homes are designed for everyday living, with a range of energy-efficient features included as standard.
What makes a new build home energy efficient?
Thanks to modern building methods and energy-saving technology, our new build homes are exceptionally energy-efficient.
Our smart home designs include well-insulated lofts and windows, zoned heating systems, thermostatic radiator valves, modern appliances, and water-saving taps.
We also carry out air-tightness testing to ensure every home is built to the highest standard, with a future-proof, energy-efficient finish. Your Sales Executive can provide more details on what energy-saving features are included in your new home.
Save money on your energy bills
With a wide range of built-in energy-saving features, you’ll benefit from lower energy bills in a Gleeson new build home.
All our new build homes come with a smaller carbon footprint than an equivalent older property, which is better for you, your bank balance and the environment.
According to the 2025 HBF Watt a Save report, the average new build homeowner saving around £979 a year on heating, water, and lighting.
"I have only been in my new home for a few months, but I have found it is more energy efficient than my previous properties. I am no longer scared to put the heating on, and it has been noticeably cheaper to run than the house I sold."
Water-saving features
In a new build Gleeson home, you’ll not only save on energy bills but you’re also likely to see a reduction in your water bill compared to a second-hand home. Our new homes are designed to ensure lower water consumption, with many of our properties benefiting from water-saving taps as standard.
According to the HBF Wat-er Save report, new build properties are reducing water usage by nearly 8.5 billion litres annually, thanks to new technologies, products, and evolving building regulations.
This translates to the average new build homeowner saving approximately £126 on their annual water bills* when compared to older homes, using around 40 litres less each day.
*According to the House Builders Federation ‘Wat-er Save'’ report 2025.
Do new build homes have better energy ratings?
New build homes are designed to be highly energy efficient, with 96% of Gleeson homes receiving an EPC rating of B or above*.
HBF’s 2024 Watt a Save report also highlights that 86% of new builds were rated A or B rating for energy efficiency, while less than 5% of existing properties reached the same standards**.
Your Gleeson home will be handed over to you with an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) detailing its predicted energy use and typical running costs.
*MJ Gleeson Annual Report for the year ended June 2025
**According to the House Builders Federation ‘Watt a Save’ report. Calculations are based on the Ofgem price cap from October 2024, using data from EPC registrations of new and existing properties in the year to 30 September 2024.
Air source heat pumps
All Gleeson homes built after June 2023 will include air source heat pump technology, a much more sustainable option when it comes to energy consumption.
For more information on how air source heat pumps work and the benefits for your new home, visit our dedicated page below.
Find your energy-efficient home with Gleeson
With so many energy-saving and water-saving features included as standard, we’re confident that your heating, electricity and water bills will be significantly lower compared with an equivalent second-hand home.
Energy efficiency is just one of the many reasons why buying new is best. From personalising your space to being the first to make memories, there are so many advantages to choosing a new build.