Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHP), are a relatively modern energy–efficient heat source that uses heat from the sun stored within the atmosphere. The air source heating technology works similarly to an average refrigerator but in reverse. A fridge takes heat away from the interior of the fridge and dissipates it to the environment through a ...
Fitting garden decking is a great way to make full use of your garden space. Especially, when a concrete or paving patio becomes slippery in wet weather. Also, if your garden slopes away from the house it’s difficult to install a level patio anyway. This is where decking comes in handy. Usually, it tidies up ...
Want to know the benefits of cavity wall insulation and how much it will cost you? About a third of the heat lost from your home disappears through the uninsulated cavity wall. That’s a significant proportion of your energy bill. So, if you insulate your walls you’ll save money and do your bit for helping ...
Many homes in the UK still have an original kitchen dating from the 1960s and 70s. By this time, natural wear and tear will make these look shabby and in need of a facelift. Moreover, it’s not only about how the kitchen looks anyway. Old kitchens tend to look and feel less hygienic than a ...
When we talk about installing a new driveway, most people think of Tarmac, gravel or paving. But, now you can choose from another material. Resin driveways give the homeowner a permeable, strong, durable and easily maintained surface. In other words, they’re easy to look after and don’t collect puddles of rainwater. Sounds great, don’t they? ...
If you have the same bathroom suite that came with the house, then the chances are that it may have become drab and dated by now. Perhaps, now is the time to consider buying a new bathroom suite, with up-to-date fitments. Perhaps you should remodel for a fully fitted bathroom or install an additional toilet ...
You’ve probably heard the words ‘Velux window’ and know that it means a skylight loft window. But, did you know that it’s only a brand name? Many companies make and fit branded roof windows which seem to be just as good as Velux. But, for this article, we’ll restrict ourselves to Velux Windows. How much ...
If you’ve got an old central heating system or if you‘re intending to install a new boiler you should clean out the radiators and pipes now and again. Over time, a central heating system corrodes and forms a sludge of corroded metal and scale. This, then, leads to blockages and if you install a new ...
Many people use cladding to weatherproof the exterior walls of their home. It’s also used as a way to insulate against heat or cold and it looks good too. You can use many types of material, the commonest are wood, aluminium, and uPVC. But, the cheapest by far is uPVC. So, maybe your house looks ...
How can you tell which roof in your street will probably need maintenance in a couple of years? Simple, decide which one has all the moss and algae growing all over it. If you neglect your roof, you’ll find these plants will grow out of control. Their roots will find their way into weaknesses in ...
