Using ground source heat pumps can be a great way to save energy costs in your home. They are virtually maintenance free and are long lasting. They do come with a hefty up-front cost, but they will provide a warmer home in winter and cooler in summer for decades to come. Geothermal HVAC systems exchange […]
The Energy Price Guarantee (EPG) is set to cost billions more as of January next year due to constantly increasing energy prices in order to prevent the rise of the average energy bill rising to a massive £4,279. Britons are already suffering with the average energy bill already of £3,000. On Wednesday Chancellor Jeremy Hunt […]
Whether you are a home owner or an agent, it is important to understand how to read and understand your home energy performance certificate. You can use this information to improve your energy efficiency, lower your energy bills, and reduce your environmental impact. EPC – Top Section The first thing to do is make […]
Ofgem recently completed a report based on data it requested from 17 energy suppliers, the brif of the report says that it is “hugely concerning” that companies are failing to identify and assist those consumers who are struggling. All 17 suppliers were told they need to improve, with 5 companies reported as “severe weaknesses”. Some […]
Many households are already suffering with soaring energy prices, as of October 2022 energy bills have effectively tripled in less than a year. The overall cost of living has impacted the entire UK, higher energy costs for businesses means higher prices for products and services as they need to pass on their costs to consumers. […]
Along with the ongoing energy crisis in the UK, there are a number of reasons why solar panel sales have been growing. These reasons include the government’s focus on tackling the cost-of-living crisis, as well as the lower cost of small-scale solar PV systems and their installation. Increasing number of solar panel sales Ten years […]
Whilst goverment assistance is high on the list of priorities, energy bills for average UK households will rise another £500 from April next year. The End Fuel Poverty Coalition reports that this will increase those already suffering from the energy crisis will rise from 7 Million to 8.6 Million households. Many Britons have already squeezed […]
The Scottish Government has informed the Scottish Association of Landlords (SAL) of an change in the minimum EPC guidelines. It is expected that the “E” standard will be removed and private rented properties are required to achieve the EPC rating D. D before 31 March 2025. Additionally, the EPC rating that is D is required […]
An expanded UK energy discount scheme is under way with some households already receiving a larger rebate. The new scheme: ‘Warm Home Discount’ is going to help around 2.8 million bill payers, however analysts believe that 50,000 may miss out. Not to be confused with the current ‘Winter Fuel Payment’ for pensioners or the Scotland […]
As sustainability plays increasing importance in the housing industry, much more discussion regarding EPC ratings affecting mortgages. With the current UK energy crisis and the government’s plan for Net-Zero carbon emissions by 2050, legislation is coming into effect and the MEES (Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards) increases the minimum EPC rating a property can have. Similar […]