At HEART in Dorset, we specialise in whole-house retrofit assessments. Whether you want to improve insulation, upgrade your heating, or explore renewable energy, our expert team will assess your home’s energy performance and recommend tailored solutions.
Our goal is to help you cut energy costs, boost comfort, and lower your carbon footprint.
At HEART (Home Energy Assessment and Retrofit Team), we provide a wide range of retrofit services designed to improve home energy efficiency and lower fuel bills.
HEART is a Community Interest Company (CIC), in the UK designed to operate for the benefit of the community, rather than for private shareholders.
Retrofit means upgrading your home to use less energy and produce fewer emissions, making it warmer, healthier, and more affordable to run.
Whether you’re upgrading, planning ahead, or settling into a new place, HEART in Dorset is here to help with expert retrofit advice and practical solutions tailored to your home and life.
TV legend and Eco-house builder Tommy Walsh, backs our mission to make homes greener and more affordable in Dorset.
Tommy says:
“In 2015, I built an eco-house with solar panels and a heat pump. Today, the tech’s even better.
Modern air source heat pumps and solar panels are game-changers, and Aura Retrofit helps you harness them effectively.
It’s a Win, Win from me!”
Tommy Walsh, TV Presenter and Eco-House Builder
HEART in Dorset offers independent advice to help you make your home warmer, more efficient, and ready for the future.
We’re not here to sell you products or push quick fixes. Our guidance is independent, impartial, and always built around your home – because no two propertie s, or households, are the same.
We start with a whole-house assessment and create a bespoke ‘Retrofit Assessment Plan (RAP)’ just for you.
It’s a clear, step-by-step roadmap to making smart, effective improvements at the right time – giving you confidence every step of the way.
We evaluate your home’s energy efficiency and provide personalised recommendations based upon your property’s exact needs.
Our Independent Assessor produces your whole-house retrofit assessment plan to PAS 2035 standard. PAS 2035 introduces a risk management approach to minimise the potential for problems during retrofit projects.
Your assessment plan will include tailored improvements like insulation, heating system upgrades, and renewable energy options to enhance your home’s efficiency.
Your tailored RAP includes:
A professional on-site energy assessment
Clear recommendations based on your homes’ energy efficiency priorities
Indicative costs and expected energy savings
A phased approach to spread improvements over time
Tommy says:
“I was very impressed with the level of detail that Aura Retrofit provide in their whole-house energy and retrofit assessments.
If I was building an Eco-Home today, I would contact Aura Retrofit for advice and installation.”
Tommy Walsh, TV Presenter and Eco-House Builder
Empowering Communities, Creating Solutions.
Bringing people together to develop community-based solutions that enhance services and create a stronger Dorset.
If you’re a council member, local authority representative, or part of a community group and want to partner with Heart in Dorset to help residents cut energy bills and improve home comfort — we’d like to hear from you.
We understand Dorset homes – from period properties to modern builds. Our coordinators work with trusted local contractors who deliver high-quality work tailored to your home’s style, age, and condition.
Every home and homeowner is different.
That’s why we create your RAP with you, in person, to match your lifestyle, budget, and goals.
Retrofitting isn’t just about cutting energy use – it’s about improving how your home feels. Warmer in winter, cooler in summer, quieter, healthier, and easier to live in long-term.
The best results start with a solid plan. That’s why we carry out a full home assessment and create a tailored Retrofit Assessment Plan – a clear, practical roadmap to help you make the right improvements at the right time, with confidence.
Tommy says:
“I’ve seen the benefits first hand. Efficiency upgrades are no longer a luxury. Now they are within reach!
Aura Retrofit can access the funding, advise on the best kit and install everything for you to ger a warmer, cheaper-to-run home.
From start to finish, consultation to installation, Aura Retrofit is your partner in energy efficiency.”
Tommy Walsh, TV Presenter and Eco-House Builder
It’s a strategic decision that can make your property more desirable and valuable in today’s changing housing market in Dorset*.
There are several schemes available for eligible households to receive fully funded measures.
Not every homeowner qualifies for funding support — and that shouldn’t stop you!
Spread the cost of your energy-efficient upgrades with a tailored financing option.
If you are a business in Dorset, then we can help you too!
Click to download our brochure or reach out by emailing dorset@savewithheart.org.uk and our Partnerships Manager will be in contact with you to discuss what options are available.
Ready to make your home more energy-efficient and comfortable?
Join the many Dorset residents who have benefited from HEART’s services, achieving warmer homes and lower energy bills.
Apply for your assessment today!
Together, we can build a better tomorrow for Dorset, today!
