Loft insulation is easy to forget once the hatch is closed. You might have had some fitted years ago, moved into a house where it was…
Browsing: energy efficiency
Households across Great Britain on capped variable energy tariffs will face higher prices from tomorrow, as Ofgem’s October energy price cap comes into effect. The regulator…
Immersion heaters offer an electric alternative for heating household water. Because they use electricity instead of gas, they can make use of renewable energy, and nearly…
A heating system can now significantly influence how buyers judge an Irish property. Anyone who’s sat through a viewing recently, on either side of it, will…
EPC C for landlords: quick answer The move to EPC C for landlords in England and Wales is expected to take effect from 1 October 2030.…
A boiler is overdue for a service if it’s been more than 12 months since the last one, regardless of whether it’s currently heating your home…
Smart blinds appear on almost every list of worthwhile home upgrades, yet many homeowners still can’t decide whether they are genuinely useful or just another smart…
Renovating an older property often means tackling poor thermal performance. Cold walls, draughty rooms, and rising heating costs are common issues, particularly in homes built before…
An EPC rating is easy to overlook until you are selling, buying or renting a home. It is usually shown as a simple letter on a…
Whether you’re preparing to sell, settling in for the long haul, or simply tired of staring at the same tired walls, the right home renovation ideas…