Dozens of residents across L'Derry and Strabane are enjoying warmer, more energy-efficient homes this spring, following a £3 million investment by the Housing Executive.

A total of 40 post-war aluminium bungalows have undergone a major thermal upgrade, with works carried out by Hetherington contractors. The semi-detached three-bedroom homes received a suite of improvements, aimed at enhancing comfort and reducing energy costs for tenants.

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The refurbishment included the installation of new gas-fired central heating systems, external wall insulation, double-glazed windows, as well as comprehensive bathroom and kitchen upgrades. Additional work involved rewiring, roof repairs and improved insulation throughout the properties.

Eddie Doherty, Housing Executive Area Manager, West said: "These bungalows have been that popular for so long that they have been kept and retained.

"When first built they were made of corrugated aluminium and were quite cold, but the work done now has brought them right up to modern day standards, like a new build.

"Considering that they are such a special part of our city’s housing history I am just delighted to see them brought back to life."