Guides and insights on solar, heat pumps, insulation and saving energy
Discover the best energy monitors for UK homes in 2026. We review whole-home clamp monitors and smart plugs including Loop, Emporia Vue and Tapo P110.
25 April 2026 Drayton Wiser vs Tado compared for multi-zone smart heating. We cover cost per radiator, app features, zoning flexibility and UK boiler compatibility.
24 April 2026
Loft insulation and cavity wall insulation both save money on heating bills, but which should you tackle first? We compare costs, savings, payback periods and eligibility for free grants.
24 April 2026 Hive vs Nest vs Tado compared for UK homes in 2026. We cover price, features, geofencing, learning ability, zoning, app quality and realistic energy savings.
24 April 2026
Use our radiator BTU calculator guide to size radiators correctly for every room. Learn how to measure rooms, account for heat loss, and add a safety margin.
23 April 2026
Update (June 2026): ECO4 and GBIS both closed to new applications in March 2026. The BUS grant EPC requirement was removed on 28 April 2026. Air-to-air heat pumps now qualify…
23 April 2026
The biggest question homeowners ask about heat pumps is not whether they work but how much they cost to run. Gas boilers are familiar and their running costs are predictable.…
23 April 2026
If you have been thinking about solar panels for a while but never quite pulled the trigger, spring is the moment to act. The combination of lengthening days, mild installation…
23 April 2026 Explore all types of central heating systems in the UK including wet radiator, underfloor, storage heaters, electric panels and infrared. Costs and suitability compared.
22 April 2026 Find out the power flush central heating cost in 2026, how the process works, the signs your system needs one, and how often you should repeat it.
22 April 2026