5 quick tips to save energy in your home
We’ve rounded up some of the best and simplest energy saving tips to help you save money on your bills – and help the planet too! These are quick, easy measures you can take without making big changes to your lifestyle or…
Which appliances use the most energy?
We’ve rounded up the biggest energy-guzzling appliances in your home to help you save money on your bills! Energy saving: the numbers you need to know Fridge-freezer Fridge-freezers often account for 5% of a household’s annual energy bill. There are…
Using thermal imaging to measure efficiency
What exactly is thermal imaging? And what is it used for? Originally developed for military use with the invention of heat seeking missiles in the 1960s, thermal imaging translates thermal energy (heat) into visible light in order to analyse heat transfer. It is…
Understanding your energy tariff: standing charges and usage charges
Over the last couple of years, the Government have made a real effort to simplify energy tariffs. We have looked at these before – both electricity and gas – but since these changes we thought we should revisit the subject.…
Will the Tesla Model 3 mark a new phase for electric cars?
Electric cars have long been hailed by some as the future of driving. But until now, with high price tags and a lack of charging points, they have always been somewhat of a novelty. With the launch of the Model…
What’s the point in repointing?
What is pointing? Pointing is the mortar around bricks in a wall that holds the structure and ensures weatherproofing. Bricks are built to last hundreds of years. The mortar surrounding them, however, is sadly not. This ‘pointing’ will need a…
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…
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…
What energy tariff should I be on?
What energy tariff should I be on? Energy tariffs are complicated beasts. Pence per kilowatt, standing charge, tariff duration, tariff name… Deciding where to start often leaves people utterly bewildered. However, we’re here to strip it back and ensure you…
What should I do with asbestos in my home?
We often get calls regarding homes with asbestos and how it should be dealt with. Whilst we are not asbestos experts, we do work with a qualified asbestos surveying company, so we put some of the most common questions and have…