The government is proposing to cut the lucrative Feed-in Tariff scheme for solar PV systems by as much as 87% by 1st January 2016. The Department for Energy and Climate Change (DECC) published its review of the Feed-in Tariff scheme (FITs), the scheme where householders are paid for the electricity they generate and export back [...]
There are plenty of homeowners in this country who want to improve their home with a conservatory, but don’t believe they’d be able to afford such an investment. When in actual fact, there are cheap conservatory options available for you to benefit from the extra space they’d provide you. Of course, with a conservatory you [...]
Conservatories are a popular investment in the UK and of course it’s a major decision you’ll have to make. As such, it’s extremely important to get your decision right to ensure a great look that will last well for years. And with a conservatory there are three main options for you to consider: uPVC, aluminium [...]
If you’re considering a biomass boiler for your home, one of your main concerns will be eligibility for the Renewable Heat incentive (RHI). In case you don’t know, the RHI is a Government scheme to support the installation of renewable technology. It pays you for the heat you generate for seven years, providing a fantastic [...]
Biomass boilers are a great renewable technology that can save you a fortune in heating bills. Although they may not be the cheapest of investments, with domestic systems costing around £10,000 and larger commercial boilers starting at around £20,000, they’re certainly worthwhile. If you’re interested in a biomass boiler then you’ll first of all want [...]
Replacing your boiler is always a wise move, whether it’s due to you being fed up with it constantly breaking down, or simply wanting to become energy efficient. With the right boiler you can save over £300 a year, whilst ensuring your home is eco-friendly. Don’t rush any decision though. Replacing your boiler is important, [...]
A replacement boiler is a superb investment for any home as it’ll instantly reduce your energy bills and ensure you won’t need to worry about a breakdown anytime soon. Boiler technology has advanced so much in recent years and there’s fantastic innovative technology to take advantage of. Unfortunately our winters seem to be getting colder [...]
Double glazing companies aren’t the most trusted of trade professionals in the UK and this is highlighted by the Which? survey which shows only 7% of its members actually trusted professionals. Salesmen don’t exactly have a glorious reputation, but the stigma on the double glazing industry is largely unwarranted. One of the reasons trust has [...]
When it comes to home insulation, double glazed windows are one of the most popular measures in the UK. However, despite them having a prominent position in the market, Which? discovered that 40% of customers find good double glazing advice hard to come across. The popularity of double glazing can be attributed to a number [...]
Energy efficiency has become more and more important in recent years, mainly because of the continued increase in energy rates. In fact, your household bill has doubled since 2004 and by 2020 experts predict it’ll double again. There has already been fierce debate in Parliament, with Labour leader Ed Miliband pledging a freeze on price [...]