Guides and insights on solar, heat pumps, insulation and saving energy
Real costs, savings, and payback periods for solar panels in Manchester. Find out if solar is worth it for your home in 2025.
25 April 2025
MCS certification standards updated in 2025 with new requirements for installers.
17 April 2025
Smart TRVs cost £40-£70 each and save £100-£200 per year by heating only the rooms you use. Here's an honest assessment.
14 April 2025 Solar panels cost £5,000-£9,000 upfront, but several finance routes make them accessible. Here's the full breakdown.
10 April 2025
Find out if you qualify for free insulation through the government energy efficiency scheme grant in Lancashire - what's covered, who's eligible, and how to apply.
8 April 2025 Different insulation materials suit different situations. Here's an honest comparison of the main options for Lancashire properties.
7 April 2025 Switching from gas to a heat pump involves several stages. Here's the complete process for Lancashire homeowners from start to finish.
3 April 2025 Most Lancashire solar installations need no planning permission, but conservation areas and listed buildings have extra rules.
31 March 2025 The Spring Budget 2025 includes energy measures affecting homes. Here's what Lancashire homeowners need to know.
24 March 2025 Lancashire has some of England's least efficient housing. Here's how your borough compares and what's being done about it.
20 March 2025