Brilliant Energy, which supplied energy to 17,000 customers has ceased trading, becoming the 10th energy supplier to fail in the last 12 months. Customers who were on a Brilliant Energy tariff are protected by Ofgem’s safety net and will now be working to find those consumers a new energy supplier. In the meantime, Brilliant energy […]
66% of UK homeowners put off replacing their heating system until it shows signs of deterioration or completely breaks down, a recent Public Attitude Tracker from the Department for Business, Industrial & Energy Strategy (BEIS) has found. As well as the majority of homeowners delaying a boiler replacement until the last possible moment, the survey […]
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A new report by the Committee on Climate Change (CCC) has advised the government that it should be illegal to install gas hobs or gas boilers in new homes from 2025. This kind of legislation would mean no newly built homes would be connected to the gas grid and would use renewable or low-carbon heating […]
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It’s important to consider the warranty when looking for a new boiler as it’s there to protect you should something go wrong with the unit. That’s why we’ve set about dispelling the myths surrounding boiler warranties so that you know what to be aware of when doing your research, to leave you with the peace […]
Heating engineers have been named as the most trusted source of advice in a recent consumer survey. 1 in 2 consumers (53%), go to a heating engineer when looking for advice around a new or replacement heating system and 9 in 10 are happy with the advice they receive. The survey, published on 7th February […]
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OFTEC have raised concerns around the slow progress being made improving the efficiency ratings of UK homes. After 20 years of progress in the area, the average Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of UK homes has remained at 62 (EPC band D), the same as it was in 2015, revealing that improvements to the energy […]
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Many people do not realise that there is a difference between a plumber and a heating engineer. Although there are some areas where the two roles overlap, there are specific jobs which you can only use a heating engineer for. What Does a Plumber Do? The word ‘plumber’ comes the Latin word ‘plumbum’ which means […]
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Energy regulator, Ofgem, have announced an increase to the energy price cap which will see energy bills rise for around 15 million UK households. The price cap for customers on default tariffs will be rising by £117 to £1,254 a year, while the cap for those on pre-payment meters is set to rise by £106 […]
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The Cold Weather Payment is paid to anyone living in an area where the temperature is recorded as being 0° or lower for 7 consecutive days. The payment is made to those eligible after a run of 7 days of freezing temperatures between November 1st and March 31st. How Much is the Cold Weather Payment? […]
Energy supplier, Our Power, has ceased trading leaving their 38,000 domestic customers without an energy provider. Our Power customers will still have power, thanks to the Ofgem safety net. Prepayment meters can still be topped up and any credit currently on the meter won’t be lost either. Ofgem will be finding a new energy supplier […]
Government plans to roll smart meters out to homes across the UK by 2020 has prompted questions around the devices, namely, whether or not they can save homeowners money. This guide will answer your questions about smart meters and help you decide whether you should have one installed into your home. What is a Smart […]
A ‘bold new goal’ to reduce the number of pollutants in UK air by 2030 has been laid out in the government’s Clean Air Strategy 2019, and if you’re currently heating your home with a wood burning stove, it’s particularly big news. Unlike previous years, where the main focus was on outdoor air pollution, the […]
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According to a survey by Ariston, a boiler manufacturer, 1 in 10 people don’t know that they need to find a Gas Safe registered heating engineer when their gas boiler needs repairing or replacing. The independent survey gave participants a list of possible individuals or organisations to contact and asked which they would choose: a […]
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Big Energy Saving Week is back for 2019, a campaign helping the UK to cut their energy bills and find out how they can access financial support. This year, the campaign is encouraging energy consumers to ‘Check.Switch.Save’ as switching energy supplier could secure you a much cheaper deal. The national campaign, run in partnership between […]
In 2011, the UK was asserting itself as a fast-paced adopter of solar power technology but since then progress has stalled, despite the countless benefits solar power can offer to homeowners, businesses and the environment. So, with more and more countries investing heavily in solar technology, how does the UK compare to the rest of […]
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Beating the chill during the winter has become fairly simple for UK homeowners, just turn the thermostat up and wait for the boiler to circulate hot water to the radiators. While it can get cold here, we’re not treated to the same harsh temperatures as some other countries around the world. So, what do they […]
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