The cost of living seems to increase with alarming regularity and many homeowners try to find ways to bring their household expenses down. While it may be difficult to lower some household costs, you can easily learn how to save energy at home. The average UK household consumes approximately 2,900kWh annually[i]. However, this usage can…
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How To Save Energy at Home
Common Plumbing Questions & Their Answers
When something goes wrong with your plumbing, the consequences are often too much (and too expensive) to think about. Fortunately, with a bit of time, understanding and plumbing supplies, you may be able to solve some of the most common plumbing questions yourself. Many minor plumbing issues aren’t too difficult to solve, and, with our help,…
Eco-Friendly House Ideas: 12 Eco Home Improvements You Can Make
Being eco friendly is becoming an increasingly important way of life, and many people have been considering the eco-home improvements they can make to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions. Although our homes may not pollute the environment as much as large businesses do, it is everyone’s responsibility to help save the planet. Fortunately, you can…
The Hidden Costs of Buying A House
Buying a new home is exciting, but the hidden costs of purchasing a house can make it a stressful time. In the UK, the costs of buying and moving into a new home can total, on average, £11,777 [i], and many of these fees shock buyers when it’s too late. However, with a sturdy budget plan and…
Different Types of Boiler – Explained
There are several types of boiler on the market today, and which system is right for you can depend on various factors. These include your budget, the size of your home and whether you have underfloor heating or not. So if you’ve been wondering ‘what type of boiler do I have?’ and are considering an…
How To Reduce Heat Loss In A House
The recent rise in fuel bills has left many people looking for ways to reduce heat loss in their house. However, if your home isn’t insulated well, you may be spending much more on heating it than you need to. Reducing the amount of heat your home loses can help you save money and reduce…
How To Have An Environmentally Friendly Christmas
Christmas truly is one of the busiest times of the year, and amid all the hustle and bustle, it can be hard to focus on much else. However, we must prioritise giving a gift to our planet by aiming for an eco-friendly Christmas after the climate changes over the past year. Throughout the festive period,…
Your Winter Home Maintenance Checklist
Whether you look forward to winter all year or you curse the day the leaves begin to fall, there’s no way to avoid the cold seasons coming. Before winter descends upon us this year, there are several tasks you should complete to protect your home and your family until spring. Countries worldwide are falling victim…
Home Office Design Ideas
The environment where you work has a serious effect on the results you will produce. That being said, creating a productive atmosphere can be difficult. With at least 37% of people working from home during lockdown[i] and many of them continuing to do so, though, putting together a home office that allows you to work hard…
The Ultimate Guide To Budgeting
The cost of living in the U.K. is constantly on the rise and, no matter how small your family is, you’re likely to get hit by the rising prices. Hence why so many families all over the U.K. are starting to rely on budgeting. The average household generally spends around £587.90 per week[i] and, although it…