We are the charity formerly known as Cumbria Action for Sustainability (CAfS)
We are the charity formerly known as Cumbria Action for Sustainability (CAfS)
We are the charity formerly known as Cumbria Action for Sustainability (CAfS)
No two homes are the same – and when it comes to retrofit, a one-size-fits-all approach simply doesn’t work.
Our Cumbria-based team of retrofit specialists can help you create a technically robust plan that’s suited to your home, budget and goals.
From initial assessment and strategy to delivery and ongoing support, Futureproof Cumbria is with you every step of the way.
Get a free, in-depth 45 minute call with one of our team to find out how we can support you.
Whether you’ve already started your retrofit journey or you’re curious to know possible options for your home, we can help.
Our no-obligation telephone conversation will explain which upgrades and services might work best for you – just give us a call or complete our online form and our team will be in touch.
…or fill in our online form.
Call 01768 216 500 to speak to us…
Just getting started with retrofit? Already know what you need?
We can support you at any stage – check out our services below:
Home Diagnostics Package
Our diagnostic testing will show you how much warm air is escaping from your home, and where from.
From £165 +VAT as a stand alone service*
We'll investigate your home's wall cavities, or ceilings, to check your existing insulation and the state of the cavity.
From £165 +VAT as a stand alone service*
From £285 +VAT*
These tests aren’t included in the Options Report + Plan Package, because not every home needs them.
Wondering whether they’re right for your home? We can tell you more in a free, in-depth call.
Options Report + Plan Package
After a phone call discussing your goals and your home, our assessor will visit and carry out a detailed room-by-room survey. We then develop a report containing at least three tailored retrofit options, outlining different combinations of measures and their likely impact. You will receive Your Home Retrofit Options Report within three weeks of the visit and we will answer any questions that arise.
From £410 +VAT as a stand alone service*
Building on Your Home Retrofit Options Report, this practical, sense-checked plan turns your chosen measures into a clear route forward. It's a blueprint tailored to your home and budget, designed with performance and impact in mind.
From £135 +VAT*
(only available as an add-on to Your Home Retrofit Options Report)
From £545 +VAT*
If you are working with an architect on your retrofit project and they would appreciate more specialised support, we can organise for a specialist retrofit architect from People Powered Retrofit to review your architect's designs with them.
£460 +VAT
(only available as an add-on to Your Home Retrofit Options Report)
A cost-effective option for confident DIYers or tradespeople. Get standard specifications clearly setting out the approach and materials needed for more straightforward insulation upgrades, like loft insulation or new windows. We can also help if you have any technical questions.
From £310 +VAT*
(only available as an add-on to Your Home Retrofit Options Report)
*The prices shown are discounted due to the services being subsidised, and eligibility applies.
You can view and download our full price list here.
Our range of home retrofit support helps you make confident, informed choices – whether you’re just starting out or already on a deeper retrofit journey.
…or fill in our online form.
Call 01768 216 500 to speak to us…
Increased property value
Longer building life
A home that is warmer, more comfortable and healthier to live in
Cheaper bills long-term
Reduced carbon
Reduced air pollution
A semi-detached building with cavity walls extended and retrofitted with the aim of creating a long term home for the family with a low impact on the planet and local community.
A semi-detached building with cavity walls. Find out how the homeowner extended their budget with a grant and carried out some work themselves, using tradespeople for specialist work.
Our Home Retrofit Assessors
Our Home Retrofit Assessors bring a rare blend of practical, academic, and architectural expertise — including a qualified Retrofit Coordinator, two architects, a builder, and an academic. This multidisciplinary team ensures that your retrofit advice is not only thorough but also realistic and achievable.
Get in touch now and our friendly team will help you start or continue your retrofit journey.
…or fill in our online form.
Call 01768 216 500 to speak to us…
Starting out: Do your research and gather ideas on what you want to achieve.
Making a plan: Make a detailed plan for your retrofit project (we can help!)
Design and contracting: Advice, surveys and finding your contractors.
On site: We are still on hand if you or your installer have a technical question or need an on-site visit.
Evaluation and handover: Our handover tick list is there to make sure you have everything you need to ensure your retrofitted home functions as it should.
The Futureproof Cumbria: Homes experts can help you plan your retrofit project by profiling the energy performance of your home and identifying costed improvements.
We support community groups across Cumbria to offer free thermal imaging surveys to neighbours, friends and other residents from late October through to the end of March.
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