Is 2024 the Time to Invest in Solar Panels?
Solar power is becoming increasingly popular with last year being a record year for heat pumps and solar panels in Scottish homes and businesses. The vast majority of MCS installations registered last year were solar panels, at nearly 26,000. This is a 174% increase from 2020 when just over 9,000 certified solar panel installations were […]
Signs Your Windows Need Replaced
Double glazing units in windows, doors and conservatories can typically last between 20 and 35 years before needing to be replaced. However, some factors can affect their lifespan. The lifespan of double glazing can be prolonged with the right maintenance and care. However, it can also be shortened due to factors mostly out of our […]
What Is a Solar Battery?
When investing in solar panels, you want to get the most out of your money and the energy you are generating. This is why you may also want to invest in a solar battery. Solar batteries help you make the most out of your money and the electricity your solar panels are generating. However, their […]
How Much Can You Save With Double Glazing?
All properties lose heat through their windows, but there are ways to minimise the loss of heat, as well as the money in your pocket – such as double glazing. According to the UK Government, around 18% of heat loss happens through our windows. Heat is lost twice as quickly through single glazing than standard […]
The History of Heat Pumps: The Future Solution to Heating Our Homes
Heat pumps are one of the most effective and cost efficient heating sources to date. They are a great way to not only reduce your energy bills but also your carbon footprint. They work by taking heat from the ground or the air that surrounds a building and increasing its temperature to heat homes and […]
Are Solar Panels Worth It in Scotland?
Around 142,000 homes in Scotland have had solar panels installed to date according to the most recent figures from Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS). Solar power is becoming increasingly popular with last year being a record year for heat pumps and solar panels in Scottish homes and businesses. The vast majority of MCS installations registered last […]
How To Stop Cold Air Coming Through Windows
Letting some fresh air into your house reduces the risk of damp and condensation, and opening windows on a hot summer’s day will provide a refreshing indoor breeze. It’s a different story, though, when uncontrolled ventilation in the form of draughts plague your home in cooler weather. Draughty windows result in too much cold air […]
How Long Does Double Glazing Last?
Double glazing can be a magical solution to many problems, as it provides efficient insulation against extreme temperatures and loud noise. How long does double glazing last, though? Generally, double-glazing units in windows, doors, and even conservatories can last between 20 and 35 years. However, with the proper care and maintenance, double glazing may last longer. […]
What Is the Cost of Solar Panels in Scotland?
With increasing numbers of households adopting solar technology to power their home, you may well be keen to join them. According to the Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS), over 130,000 UK households installed a solar panel system in 2022 – a jump of 114% a jump from 2021. These statistics demonstrate greater demand for solar panels […]
Aluminium vs uPVC Windows
People have been debating between aluminium and uPVC windows for many years. They’re both durable and require little to no maintenance. Besides that, neither material has a tendency to warp. That’s what makes them perfect for windows. Yet, there are several differences between the two materials. Because of that, they come with a distinct set […]