Energy efficiency is on everyone’s radar, so there’s no doubt that Brits are seeking new ways of conserving and saving energy. UK households are already struggling with everyday costs, and with the Bank of England’s recent announcement that it would be raising interest rates to 0.5% means these spikes will push everyone to look into …
As we move towards a more eco-friendly era, is the future of travel really electric? With climate change an ever present threat and with short deadlines to hit net zero in the UK, attention is turning to long term changes that could benefit our environment. It wasn’t so long ago that electric cars seemed a …
The warmer weather is coming, but it’s still important to keep your properties warm – for the health of the property, as well as your tenants! With the cost of living rising, many people are struggling to pay their bills. This is bad news for your tenants, who deserve to be warm at home, but …
The UK is facing a housing crisis, thanks in part to the fact that house prices have risen faster than wages, pricing a lot of people out of the market. While many places throughout the UK have enough homes and reasonable prices, cities in particular struggle to cater for the number of people who move …
At this time of year, twinkly Christmas lights and toasty radiators are key elements to cosy festive cheer. However, research has revealed that nearly 60% of tenants are so concerned about their rising energy costs, they are worried about the impact on their mental health. The data, delivered by Smart Energy GB found that 57% …
Hope for the best While it is probably still too soon to start talking about the festive season, the nights are starting to draw in and there is a distinctive autumnal chill in the air. Now is a good time to start thinking about ensuring your properties are prepared for winter, whether you are a …
Despite the distractions of the pandemic, Brexit and the ongoing petrol crisis, climate change is still very much on the political agenda. As it should be – the worst impacts of climate change could be irreversible by 2030, which goes some way to explaining why members of Insulate Britain are gluing themselves to the M25. …
What is an EPC? What is an EPC or energy performance certificate? In short an EPC is an asset rating that tells you how energy efficient your property currently is and what sort of impact it has on the environment as a result. What type of EPC do I need? Energy Ratings The energy performance …
As winter makes our houses that little bit chiller with its cold breezes, you might be wondering about some efficient ways in which to keep your house warm without incurring higher bills. But worry not, because our guide will have you keeping toasty in the winter without increasing your heating bill. First, check if you …
Turning on lights, music and heating with just your voice was the stuff of dreams only two decades ago. Today, smart technology is widespread and even reasonably priced, transforming the way we interact with our homes. And to help you decide if it’s the thing for you, we’ve put together a short guide to smart …
