In a survey of 4,000 Brits commissioned by Smart Energy GB, it was revealed that the keymotivation for making our homes greener is to help the environment, said 71 per cent ofrespondents, and an equal 71 per cent stated it was to save money. On 6 October, Homebase, in partnership with Smart Energy GB, launched …
The Green Homes Grant is a voucher that can cover up to two-thirds of the cost of improving the energy efficiency of your home.
Many people will be continuing to work from home for the duration of 2020, and possibly beyond, which is great for saving time and money on the daily commute, seeing more of family and pets, and working to your own schedule. However, it’s not so great for our energy bills. Research by the Energy Helpline …
The price of Boiler installations vary dramatically why is this? Costs for a new boiler can range from £1,600-£3,500 for a combination boiler and £1,400-£2,500 for heating only and £1,500-£2,800 for a system boiler. What different boiler systems are there? 1 Stand-alone boiler systems There is a high demand for this particular boiler system, it …
What better time to consider doing some renovation work on your property than National Home Improvement Month, which takes place each year, this time being held over the month of September thanks to delays relating to the global pandemic. In 2019, more than 17 million people around the UK were inspired to make changes to …
Five reasons that you will need a new boiler From reducing heating bills to avoiding a health hazard, there are many reasons to replace your heating system and upgrade your old boiler. Boilers are often one of the most neglected parts of the home, because as long as they’re working, people don’t tend to worry …
Earlier this month, the government announced its Green Home Grants scheme, which will see £2 billion allocated to homeowners to help them make improvements to their properties that improve their energy efficiency. Now that the details of what will and won’t be covered have been released, you could find out whether you can take advantage …
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When it comes to home renovations, it can be easy to forget the front door. Now is an excellent time to take a good look at your front door and consider if it’s time to replace it. If you’re unsure, we have five reasons that might help you decide. 1. Curb Appeal As the …
It’s lovely making the best of the warm summer days, relaxing in the conservatory, the doors wide open, and the cool summer breeze flowing through and into the rest of the house. But for those who like to entertain friends and family, or maybe just yourself, there’s so much you can do to your outdoor …
You have purchased your first home and are finally on the property ladder. But do you know which types of insurance are mandatory and which are optional? Let’s run through the key insurance policies to consider… Life insurance Contrary to popular belief, generally speaking, it is not compulsory to take out life insurance if …