Why get a new boiler?
Why invest in an energy efficient boiler? Old boilers are often pretty inefficient. Most last around 15 years, so if yours is approaching this age, it might be time to think about getting a new boiler. Because your boiler can account…
Toxic Home Syndrome
Poor air quality has become a big worry in the UK. with its big cities repeatedly failing to meet air pollution targets. Experts estimate that up to half a million people die prematurely each year as a direct result of breathing…
Smart meter roll-out
You may have heard on the radio and TV that the government is really ramping up its smart meter roll-out. To date, approximately 3.3m smart meters have been installed, but the government has plans to get them in every home…
Is heating oil a cheap way to heat my home?
Many people in the UK still use heating oil to heat the homes – this is particularly common when the house is off the mains gas grid. There are two mains types of heating oil: • Gas oil (also known…
Heat Genius case study
We are big believers in smart heating systems and Heat Genius is one of the smartest. The Heat Genius team have sent us over this case study of one of their recent jobs to give a clear idea of how…
What’s the cheapest way to heat your home?
We’ve put together loads of heating comparison tables over the years, with prices per unit of fuel and kWh per unit, but we thought it might be useful to write a blog in practical terms everyone understands. What does each heating…
Why a Gas Safety certificate is not just a piece of paper
A Gas Safety certificate is a legal requirement for all rental properties in the UK where there are gas appliances present. If you live in a rented home, it is the landlord’s responsibility to get a certificate, but if you own your…
Replacing your oil boiler with infrared heating
You may have an oil boiler if you live in a rural property. Unlike electricity, gas is not a given everywhere in the UK, and some small towns are without a gas network. It can be frustrating to be lumbered…
The pitfalls of overheating your home
We all like to feel cosy and comfortable in our own homes, and heating can be a costly business. But did you know that indulging too much can impact on more than just your bills? Cost Clearly, paying for heating…
Can I get a free ground source heat pump?
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