Home Energy Advice

Bright Deal is a home energy advice service from Deaf Action, helping deaf and hard of hearing people in Scotland understand and manage their home energy.

How can we help?

We can offer advice in BSL to help you live comfortably, understand your energy usage, and save money on your bills. We support a range of groups, including families, older people, and young people living independently after leaving the family home.

In-home energy advice

Our specialist Energy Champions carry out home visits across the Central Belt, supporting *deaf and hard of hearing people with tailored advice.

Online advice & coaching in BSL

We provide an online advisory service, offering one-to-one support in BSL using video-calls. We can support BSL users from anywhere in Scotland.

We can offer advice on a range of topics, including:

- Energy saving measures
- Understanding tariffs, meters and budgeting
- Effective use of heating controls and hot water systems
- Preventing heat loss and insulation
- Comparing costs and payment methods
- Switching fuel suppliers
- Grants and financial help

Our advice and support will be tailored to your individual needs, from assessments and advice sessions, to more in-depth coaching.

Need tips on saving money?

Our expert team of energy advisors can answer your questions about energy and offer top tips to how to make savings.

Workshops

Our workshops provide advice and practical support on how to get the best deals on energy, how to switch suppliers, how to save energy and how to access grants/discounts.

Upcoming workshops: Our workshops dates will be announced soon.

Book an appointment

If you would like support with your energy, get in touch to arrange an online chat using the contact form at https://www.deafaction.org/services/home-energy-advice-bright-deal.