Does renewable energy improve your home’s value?

renewable-energy

Your home is an investment, and the time may come when you are ready to sell up and move to a new place. If you want to get the most from the sale and make a good profit on your premises, consider making some energy-efficient renovations. An eco-friendly home is likely to sell for more, […]

The benefits of external wall insulation

House with External Wall Insulation

It may come as a surprise to learn that your home’s solid walls can let twice as much heat escape as the cavity walls do. External Wall Insulation can cut your heating costs considerably – for example, if you live in a detached house, you can reduce heating bills by a massive £455 a year […]

Benefits of having solar panels on your home

Now that solar energy projects are springing up across the world in large numbers, a lot of people are starting to consider whether to have their own panels installed at their home. A lot of the benefits are obvious, yet others are ones you only tend to appreciate once you’ve become part of the solar […]

How to choose between cavity wall insulation and loft insulation

Loft insulation and cavity wall insulation are both fantastic ways of making your home more energy efficient. If you are in a financially strong position, it’s worth investing in both. But what if you really can’t afford to install both loft insulation and cavity wall insulation? Which one should you prioritise? Making this choice is […]

Choosing between a heat pump and solar panels

Are you having difficulty choosing between photovoltaic solar panels and a heat pump system? Both types of renewable energy system can greatly improve your home’s efficiency, help you save money on your energy bills and reduce your carbon footprint. However, each system still has its own distinct advantages and disadvantages, so it’s important to choose […]

How an energy performance check can benefit you

An energy performance check is a great way to see how energy-efficient and environmentally friendly your home is. You must have an energy performance check carried out if you intend to sell or rent out a building, but EPCs can be useful on other occasions as well. Why wait until you’re about to sell or rent […]