Reducing heating costs is now a priority
Central heating boilers If your boiler is aging and needs replacing you could have a new one installed free of charge if you are on certain benefits. A modern condensing boiler is the most efficient boiler on the market. If everyone in the UK with gas or oil central heating installed a […]
Heating bills on the up again
Energy prices continue to rise year on year and over the last 6 years they have increased by a staggering 48% in real terms. Many households now spend between £100-£150 per month just on electricity which is causing the average family great financial concern. There are ways you can reduce this, and some are very […]
Like to reduce your energy bills?
Most households spend an average £1600 on heating bills each year which can be up to 45% more than necessary due to the lack of energy saving measures being implemented in the home. Many people still believe that their actions do not make a difference, but the statistics are showing that the UK has decreased […]
Make sure you insulate stage space in your loft.
If you plan to use the loft or attic for storage, you will want to lay boards over the joists. Unfortunately, if you only insulate between the joists before doing this, the insulation won’t be thick enough. To get enough insulation, you can raise the level of the floor so you can fit enough mineral wool […]
It’s that time of year to get your boiler checked
Central heating boiler grants could be about to change in a big way, so if your boiler is old and in efficient now is the time to act. Most old gas and oil burning boilers are regular types which use a separate hot water cylinder to store hot water, rather than providing it directly from […]
Create your own energy?
Vital planning before you start It’s important to make sure that a new low-carbon heating system is right for your home. The first thing to remember is that every heat-generating system gives you more “value for money” if your home is well insulated before it is installed. Your home will need a certain amount of insulation before […]
Do you want to save money and in turn reduce your carbon footprint?
A number of measures can be implemented free of charge if you qualify for certain benefits, so take a bit of time and check out just what you are entitled to. The majority of energy companies up and down the country have many free or heavily subsidised energy saving deals available to you. Cost effective […]
It’s time to prepare
The UK’s reliance on electricity imports has climbed to a record high amid fears that homes and businesses could face higher energy bills if the UK crashes out of Europe. The latest government figures, released just weeks before Britain’s exit from the EU, show that the UK’s net electricity imports reached their highest ever level […]
Have you considered ground source heating?
Are they a reliable source of cheaper heating? This method of heating uses pipes buried in your garden to heat radiators in the house. A ground source heat pump circulates a mixture of water and antifreeze around a loop of pipe, called a ground loop, which is buried in your garden. Heat from the ground […]
Time to get wise?
Taking just a few simple measures, such as turning your heating down, or switching to a lower washing machine setting, can have a significant effect on annual bills and the sooner you start making changes, the greater the savings will be. Here are our 4 top ways for you to bring down your bills […]