Guides and insights on solar, heat pumps, insulation and saving energy
Trickle vents building regulations guide for UK homeowners. Covers the 2022 Part F changes, equivalent area requirements, exceptions and why they matter in insulated homes.
5 February 2026
Window energy ratings UK explained. Learn how the BFRC rainbow label works, what A++ to C ratings mean, and the minimum rating required by Building Regulations.
4 February 2026 FENSA window regulations explained. Learn what FENSA certificates are, why you need one, trickle vent requirements and how to verify your installer is registered.
4 February 2026 Low-e glass windows UK guide explaining soft-coat vs hard-coat coatings, U-value improvements, UV protection and Building Regulations compliance for homeowners.
3 February 2026 The optimal thermostat temperatures for Lancashire homes that balance warmth, health, and energy costs through the heating season.
3 February 2026 Compare argon vs krypton vs xenon gas fills in double glazing. Covers thermal performance, cost differences, gas retention rates and when premium fills are worth it.
2 February 2026
Guide to 1960s house insulation including Wimpey no-fines, BISF steel-framed and Reema concrete homes. Covers EWI solutions, grants and mortgage implications.
2 February 2026 How to insulate a Georgian house without causing damp. Covers breathable lime plaster, wood fibre boards, heritage listing considerations and specialist methods.
1 February 2026 Practical tips for Lancashire home workers to cut electricity costs, from choosing efficient equipment to shifting usage to cheaper tariff periods.
1 February 2026 Complete guide to insulating a 1930s semi-detached house. Covers cavity walls, suspended floors, lofts, typical costs and grant eligibility for inter-war homes.
31 January 2026