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Plug-in solar
Plug-in solar panels are now legal to use and available to buy in the UK. Find out if they’re right for your home.
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Condensation, damp and mould
Too much moisture in the house can cause mould. Here’s what to do about it.
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How much electricity am I using?
To save electricity, it helps to focus on the things that use the most.
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Electric heating
Electric heating in the home: which is best for you, and are there grants that can help with installation costs.
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Cheap ways to keep warm at home
Cold homes are bad for our health. Here’s what you can do to keep out the cold and save money on your energy bills.
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Priority Services Register
Extra help when there is an unplanned cut in electricity or water supply.
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Saving water to save money
By reducing the amount of hot water you use, you’ll also cut your bills for gas, electricity or oil.
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Low-carbon retrofitting
Our whole-house guide to retrofitting your home to make it warmer and more energy efficient.
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Upgrading and replacing your boiler
If your boiler is more than 10 years old, replacing it with a new high-efficiency model will save you energy and money.
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Underfloor heating
The pros and cons of different types of underfloor heating, plus what they cost to run and install.
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Dimplex Quantum night storage heaters
Your guide to using this specific type of night storage heater.
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Smart meters
Smart meters give you more information about your gas or electricity use and help you save energy.
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Ventilation
Ventilation protects buildings and people by regulating moisture levels and removing potentially harmful pollutants.
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Energy monitors
See your home’s real time electricity use (sometimes gas as well) and cut your bills.
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Mechanical ventilation with heat recovery
A brief look at whole-house ventilation systems that extracts damp air and draws in fresh air from outside.
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Buying domestic heating oil
The domestic heating oil market is complex, and many people find it hard to get a competitive price.
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