Help & advice

Do Solar Panels Work in Winter?
Will solar panels work during winter? In this guide we explain how you can maximise your solar power year round in the UK.

Do Solar Panels Work in Winter?
Will solar panels work during winter? In this guide we explain how you can maximise your solar power year round in the UK.

Solar Panels vs Heat Pumps: Which Is Best for Your Home?
Solar panels and heat pumps are regularly lumped together under the great big umbrella of “things that make your home greener”.

LONGi Hi-MO X10 485W Solar Panels Review
Founded in 2000, LONGi is one of the biggest names in solar manufacturing worldwide.

Solar Powered Air Conditioning: Does It Work in the UK?
Solar-powered air conditioning sounds like an obvious win.

Heat Pump Planning Permission UK Guide
Thinking about swapping your gas boiler for a sleek new heat pump? Good on you - it's a smart move for your bills and the planet.

Do Heat Pumps Work in Cold Weather in the UK?
They kind of work in the cold so it depends if you're warm enough with 'kind of'

Do Heat Pumps Work With Normal Radiators?
A major upside of heat pumps is demolishing your house and starting over. New rads, anyone?

Heat Pump Maintenance: What You Can DIY and What Needs an Engineer
Heat pumps are pretty low-maintenance. But low-maintenance doesn't mean no-maintenance.

Bluetti Energy Pro 6K Review: Compact Powerhouse or Niche Nomad?
Power cuts. Price hikes. The odd camping trip that turns into a survival challenge. Enter the Bluetti Energy Pro 6K, a sleek, all-in-one battery that’s portable enough to follow you around and powerful enough to keep the lights on. It’s home energy storage without the hassle.

Domestic Battery Storage Case Study: Mike Metcalf, Cheshire
Embracing Efficiency: How Mike Metcalf's Innovative Battery-Only System Revolutionises Home Energy Usage.

Boiler Brands to Avoid & Worst Rated in 2026
Searching for the best boilers is so last year. What are 2025's worst boilers?

New Boiler Costs UK 2026: Prices by Type
A new boiler typically costs between £1,700 and £6,000+ in the UK, including installation. The final price depends on the boiler type, brand, installation complexity and whether any changes are needed to your existing heating system.