Collaborative post This summer was most definitely not the warmest we’ve had. As the chilly weather starts to set in and your heating oil tank becomes your best friend, finding ways to keep your home warm without breaking the bank becomes a top priority. Fortunately, there are several smart strategies you can employ to save money on heating oil. Let's take a look at some cost-effective tips to help you heat your home efficiently, and the ...
Why radiators are a big home trend right now
Collaborative post Radiators feature in every home, and are often thought of as a must-have that has nothing to do with style and interior design. So how are they becoming a trend? Radiators as we know them are changing for the better. Gone are the days when a plain, white radiator was the only option for your home. Now there's a huge range to choose from, including sleek towel rails, colourful column radiators, and space-saving vertical ...
The costs of choosing a poor HVAC service provider
Collaborative post In the winter months, the demand for furnace and boiler repair is usually higher. This is due to the fact that we tend to use our HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) systems more in cold weather, but repairs are also often caused by poor maintenance and components reaching the end of their shelf life. When you have to deal with an HVAC repair or service, it's important to choose a good provider; the cheapest ...
How to prep your home for winter
Collaborative post We’re in the lead up to winter, and you can already feel the change of the seasons. The nights are drawing in earlier, the sun is rising later, we're experiencing lower temperatures, and the elements are turning. This means more chance of frost, ice, rain, wind, and snow. This is an exciting time of year; as well as enjoying autumn, many of us are starting to plan for Christmas. But it’s also a time of year when we need ...
New Boiler Cost UK: Tips and Advice to help you buy
Buying a new boiler or replacing your old one can be a tricky process. A new boiler cost in the UK can vary quite widely, depending on several factors. A professional heating engineer can help you understand your options, but you can also do some homework yourself. Before investing in a new boiler, consider the tips and advice in this guide. They will help you go into the buying process armed with more information. Common questions about ...
Will hydrogen boilers be the future of home heating?
Collaborative post Hydrogen is fast becoming a popular solution to our greenhouse gas problems. Once it can be harnessed cheaply, it should pave the way to a greener future. The UK government is committed to meeting its carbon neutral goal. Because natural gas is a major contributor, it is likely that low-carbon alternatives such as hydrogen will replace it over the coming years. A hydrogen ready boiler's major advantage is that it can ...
Why an air or ground source heat pump may be perfect for your home
Collaborative post Right now, lots of us are looking for ways to be more cost-effective and sustainable, both in our homes and our lives in general. Investing in an air or ground source heat pump for your home could be an excellent solution for reducing costs and being more environmentally friendly. In this post we’ll take a closer look at the reasons why. What is an air or ground source heat pump? Heat pumps work by absorbing heat ...
7 Big Budget Home Improvement Projects
Collaborative post If you're keen to add real value to your home, or make it more attractive to potential buyers, big budget home improvement projects can be a great investment. Whether you'd like to max out on interior space, improve internal layout, tailor your rooms to suit your lifestyle, or simply deal with a major repair job, tackling a big renovation project will definitely make your home a nicer place to live in - and if you're ...
Cost-effective ways to keep your family warm this winter
Collaborative post Winter has well and truly arrived, and along with it, the cold weather. At this time of the year, it’s perfectly normal for a lot of us to be counting our pennies and trying to save a little bit of money, with a new year upon us and the festive period just passed. Heating bills can be a problem when it comes to being frugal in winter. However, there are things you can do to keep them under control. Take a look at these ...
Boiler replacement: what to think about before you buy
Collaborative post Boilers: we tend to take them for granted, don’t we? I know I only really think about ours when it stops working, or when the energy bills arrive! But if you’ve ever suffered through a boiler replacement in the colder months of the year - which is when they tend to break - you’ll know just how vital a boiler is to the comfort and function of your home. The reason boilers tend to break down in winter is because ...