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Those still paying off their Christmas spending will be disappointed to find that there may be another financial challenge on the horizon. Research has revealed that 57 energy tariffs are set to end this February, which means that many people may be moved onto more expensive rates, if they don’t act now. As a result […]

Things to consider that will save you money. In the last three years, 18% of homeowners have extended their property. It can be an attractive idea, it adds space and value, plus often improving the look of a place. But more space means more space to heat, and that can come with added costs. Building […]

We all know winter is here and our energy bills are again increasing so it is time to look at ways of saving money, cavity wall insulation is most certainly one. The savings that can be made are very beneficial and due consideration should be give to this form of energy saving. This form of […]

1) Insulating your hot water pipes is a quick and effortless way to save energy. As well as reducing heat loss from your system, pipe lagging will also prevent pipes from getting too cold in winter, and therefore prevents pipes bursting. Pipe insulation is an easy DIY install – you can buy foam insulation tubes […]

Heating bills have risen this year, with the average cost of a Standard Variable Tariff (SVT) up from £1,070 to £1,145. More than a quarter of working families (28%) said they are still languishing on these expensive SVTs. Those who are struggling with their energy bills should first ensure they’re not paying too much for […]

Winter has arrived, and many of us are already starting to feel its harsh bite – and with sub-zero temperatures forecast for December, now is the time to make sure that you and your home are ready for the icy onslaught. Protecting your water pipes against the cold may be the last thing on your […]

Winter is most definitely with us, which means the boiler will be going into overdrive to beat the chill – yet unfortunately, it’ll cost more than ever to heat your home, with energy prices now the highest on record. UK energy prices, after a few years of falls, are now back at record levels beating the previous […]

The Government could cut stamp duty on sales of homes that have been improved to be more energy efficient. This coupled with the no stamp duty for first time buyers just been announced in the budget is indeed good news for prospective buyers. The Minister of state for climate change and industry says doing so […]

Energy providers are reporting very encouraging figures on the number of customers taking up free and subsidised energy saving offers. Installations have increased by a massive 27.6% in the last year which goes to show the public are getting the message loud and clear. The majority of major energy suppliers up and down the country […]

Reduce your energy bills With mortgage repayments beginning to rise along with ever increasing fuel costs it is more important than ever to save as much money as possible. Ensuring your home is ready for the winter is one sure way you could save literally hundreds of pounds. The Government and energy companies are committed […]

If your loft is easy to access and has no damp or condensation problems it should be easy to insulate. If access is easy and your loft joists are regular, you can use rolls of mineral wool insulation. The first layer is laid between the joists – the horizontal beams that make up the floor […]