Category Archives: Eco

Energy performance certificates

These are going to become increasingly important as fuel prices rise. If you’re buying or selling a house then you must provide an EPC. There are some exemptions to this for listed buildings.   Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) are needed … Continue reading

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What’s your carbon footprint?

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Searching property sites by EPC

How far away are we from being encouraged to buy houses that only have a high rating on their Energy Performance Certificate? The Government has already started on this with: Guidance for landlords of domestic private rented property on how … Continue reading

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Reasons to use EasyStorage

There are many reasons why you might need storage in your life! One of the main ones is when you’re moving house – declutter your house to get it ready for selling, but keep all your stuff boxed up and … Continue reading

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Clothes Spinner

English Electric Gravity Drain Spin Dryer 28009WP 5.2kg Save money on your laundry drying bills, or keep your house drier. If you hang clothes to dry you know how important it is to give them an extra spin in the … Continue reading

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Banning plastic forks!

An off topic eco-rant from me for a moment, if you don’t mind. A recent news article suggested that we should ban plastic forks. The article went on to promote the use of bamboo forks instead. So instead of plastic … Continue reading

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Thermal leak detector

Thermal leak detector Multiple Applications Black + Decker TLD100 Thermal Leak Detector can be used not only to detect hidden energy leaks around doors, floors, walls, pipes, windows but also for many other tasks around the home: – Check the … Continue reading

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Wi-Fi Smart Plug, Works with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant,

Wow, it’s a smart plug! Wi-Fi Smart Plug, Works with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant, Who’d ever think we’d get so excited about a plug! Works with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant for voice control (Alexa device and Google Home … Continue reading

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Best selling washing machine

This washing machine is a best seller at amazon – DXC58BC3 A+++ 8KG 1500rpm Washing Machine in Black & Chrome & Delay TimerĀ [Energy Class A+++] ** UK Mainland Delivery Only ** Energy Consumption: 252 kWh Energy Rating: A+++ <<< Very … Continue reading

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How energy efficient is your boiler?

This website will tell you. Boilers/co.uk You need to know the make and model. Compare your current boiler and your planned new one –

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