Should I get external wall insulation on cavity walls?
Is retrofitting my uninsulated cavity wall enough? There are obvious reasons for insulating a solid brick property with external insulation. Houses built before around 1930’s were constructed with a single skin of bricks. While nice to look at and very much…
EU to raise VAT rate on the Install of Energy Saving Measures
We did wonder what would happen with the energy saving sector as a result of the Conservatives gaining the majority in 2015’s General election. We were expecting announcements on the Energy Company Obligation, the Green Deal and even the subsidies…
The RHI and FIT – Just Rewarding the Wealthy?
The Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI) and Feed In Tariff (FIT) schemes allow those who have installed renewable heating or clean electricity generating systems the ability to claim regular payments from the government to help subsidise the cost of the system.…
Generous Solid Wall Insulation Grants in Surrey
Do you live in a pebble dashed terraced property in Epsom and would like to get rid of that tired render? Or you perhaps reside in a cold and draughty Victorian detached house in Dorking, and you always wondered what it…
How to heat your water in an electric only home
What are the best ways to heat your domestic hot water in electric only homes? We often get ask the best ways to heat your water when there is only electricity in the home (i.e. no gas boiler). Heating hot water…
Competitively priced boiler in London
Why should I replace my boiler? The spring and summer months are always the best time of the year to look at your home’s energy needs – the heating is off, and so it is the only time of year…
Does home automation save money?
Is Home Automation a genuine energy saver or a luxury we could do without It seems that the must have gadgets of this decade are all based around the idea of home automation (HA). We have seen the introduction of…
How long do solar panels last?
Solar PV, as I am sure you are aware, is a great investment for a home if you have the right space on your roof. We would thoroughly recommend it for a property where the installation is practical. In this…
Should I replace my double glazing?
Well-installed double-glazing can make a real difference to the comfort of your home and they can significantly improve the look too, but most window companies do charge a lot for them – so is now the time to consider replacing…
Is the Flow boiler worth it?
Earlier this year a new domestic boiler was introduced onto the market that produces hot water as well as electricity that can be used in the home to power lights and appliances. The Flow boiler is a type of CHP…