Lets just skip to it, but read on for more details, the most popular home improvements are; Electric heater Log burner Radiator thermostat Smart thermostat Solar panels Air fryer Alternative ways to save money at home How much can you save UK homeowners have looking to find money-saving products and techniques to cope with the […]
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We see a lot of EPCs (Energy Performance Certificates) and a lot of the recommendations to improve a homes energy efficiency are often down to having a modern boiler, smart thermostat to control heating, good insulation and solar panels having the most impact. Reduce boiler to 60°C Bleed radiators Service your boiler Install a smart
Your UK home is contributing toward being the second-highest producer of carbon every year. New-build developers are looking to change this. New homes built from 2023 will emit 29% of the amount of carbon of the average existing property Homes built from 2025 will emit just 10% From 2025, the energy bills for a new-build
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With the cost of living crisis among us, many people still wish to celebrate the holidays with their usual decorations, but are unsure how this might affect their energy consumption. There are some simple changes you can make to help with this. Switch to LED lights (uses up to 90% less electricity than incandescent bulbs).
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Green scheme is a fund that aims to give homeowners more financing options for energy efficient home improvements. The Green Home Finance Accelerator encourages lenders to develop loans for green home improvements. A wider choice of affordable loans will help homeowners improve energy efficiency, reduce bills and cut their carbon footprint. The fund is now
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Rising energy bills and a hunger for greener living mean a good EPC rating is now more important than ever. Here’s how to get one for your home. Energy efficient light bulbs, double glazing and a decent boiler can all improve a home’s EPC rating Insulation, thermostats and dual flush loos also help In October
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Ofgem has increased the energy price cap for the second time this year, with further hikes expected in January. The average cost of heating and lighting a home has soared past £3,500 a year following an 80% hike in the energy price cap The move will impact an estimated 24 million households from 1 October
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It has recently come to everyone’s attention that energy prices were on the rise. The regulator Ofgem has announced a cap of 54% to the increase, the maximum limit has gone from £1277 to just under £2000 per year. Households in the UK will therefore see a hike in their energy bills. Some could be
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Which improvements add the most value to your home? A loft conversion, off-street parking and a kitchen redesign are thought to add the most value to a home Check your home’s current value so you can understand which improvements will get the best return on investment Research local house prices to see what buyers will
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The Bank Rate has remained unchanged for the fourth time in a row since it was raised from 5% to 5.25% in August 2023. Rate cuts aren’t expected until later in the year but mortgage costs have still been falling. The Bank Rate remained at 5.25% today, despite hopes it would come down Inflation has
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