A new homeowner’s guide to saving energy
What are the best ways to save energy? So you’ve recently bought your first home. It can seem like there’s loads of stuff you’re suddenly expected to know about saving energy. Don’t feel overwhelmed! Most of it’s pretty straightforward. Small changes…
Does insulation paint work?
What is thermal insulation paint? Thermal insulation paint first entered the energy saving market back in the late 1990s. Since then, there has been an increase in companies looking to exploit the seemly attractive potential in insulating paint. Insulating paint…
How to avoid cowboy tradesmen
Many of the energy saving solutions we talk about on TheGreenAge involve doing some sort of work to your property or business – while some of these are easy DIY solutions, some require the help of a professional tradesman. A…
Using sheep wool to insulate my loft
Using sheep wool to insulate my loft – a case study Loft insulation is one of the easiest ways to save money on your energy bills- so when we moved in to our new house, it was one of the first…
What is the best external wall insulation system?
When you are getting a quote for external insulation, it is a little tricky to know what to look for. There are so many different names and systems out there that it is easy to get confused. One thing to remember…
Certifications and Double Glazing
Double glazing has been around since at least the 1970s, and most homes, barring perhaps period properties, now have it. As a homeowner, you might not know exactly when the windows were installed, or who by, and this may make…
How much does it cost to insulate an attic?
So you want to insulate you loft space or attic? It is a wise move – around 30% of the heat in your home is lost through the roof, so insulating that space in between is going to really save…
Demystifying U-values and their effect on the heating demand of your house
In this article we are going to figure out the effect of U-values on the heating demand of your home. By adding insulation to the walls of your home, you reduce the U-value and in turn you will save money on your…
How much does external wall insulation cost?
We have discussed external wall insulation a few times on this site, but we often get callers interested in EWI who then baulk when they hear the cost of the work. We want to make sure you are fully aware…
What are the lifespans of your energy saving measures?
In this blog, I am going to give you a rundown of the expected lifespans of all the various energy saving measures around the home. Some I think will surprise you! Many people don’t take into account the expected lifespan…