Guides and insights on solar, heat pumps, insulation and saving energy
The energy price cap explained in plain English. Learn how Ofgem sets quarterly unit rates, what the current cap means for your bills, and why usage determines your actual costs.
5 April 2026 PAS 2035 sets the UK standard for whole-house retrofit. Learn how the fabric-first approach, retrofit coordinators and 25-year plans protect your home from damp and wasted spend.
4 April 2026 Learn the difference between TrustMark, MCS, and PAS 2030 certification. How to find an approved installer and why accreditation matters for grants and warranties.
4 April 2026
Understand building regulations for insulation in the UK. Part L U-value targets, 270mm loft insulation rules, Building Control sign-off, and DIY compliance explained.
3 April 2026 Discover which home improvements add the most EPC points. Cavity wall insulation gains up to 10 points. Full cost, payback, and EPC impact rankings for every measure.
2 April 2026
Do you need solar panel planning permission? Full guide to permitted development rules, the 200mm protrusion limit, flat roofs, ground-mounted panels, and listed buildings.
2 April 2026 Think your EPC rating is wrong? Step-by-step guide to challenging an inaccurate EPC, gathering evidence, contacting the assessor, and getting a reassessment.
1 April 2026 MEES 2030 requires all rental properties to reach EPC C by October 2030. Fines up to 30,000 for non-compliance. Costs, exemptions, and upgrade strategies explained.
31 March 2026 The new EPC rating system 2026 replaces the A-G scale with four metrics using the Home Energy Model. Parallel running from H2 2027. Full guide to the changes.
31 March 2026 Park home insulation grants can fund free external cladding, floor, and roof insulation for mobile homes. Save 400-800 per year. Full eligibility guide for 2026.
30 March 2026