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Understand your options first

Plain-English guides to help you make a good decision, whether or not you use us. For shorter, timely pieces, see our blog.

Staying safe

3 min read
Spotting misleading grants and offers
Fake grants, "see if you qualify" forms and offers that borrow the language of government schemes. How they work and how to protect yourself.

Windows & Doors

4 min read
Choosing new windows
Frame materials, glazing, opening styles and the questions to ask before you agree a quote.
2 min read
Understanding window energy ratings
What the A++ to E labels, U-values and g-values mean, and what the rules require for replacement windows.

Conservatory Roofs

Extensions & New Builds

3 min read
Planning an extension
Single or two-storey, planning permission, Building Regulations and the questions to ask before you agree a quote.

Roof Replacement

3 min read
Replacing your roof
Repair or replace, roofing materials, Building Regulations and what to ask your roofer.

Solar & Battery

2 min read
Solar and battery basics
How solar panels and home batteries work together, and what decides whether they suit your home.

Heat Pumps & Air Conditioning

2 min read
Heat pump basics
How air source heat pumps work, what to check about your home first, and how the Boiler Upgrade Scheme works.

EV Charging

2 min read
EV charging at home
Charger types, what installation involves, smart charging and running costs.