Profiting From Solar
As well as harnessing energy from the sun for their own domestic energy needs, households with solar panels can generate a small income by selling any surplus energy produced back into the grid. A long-anticipated measure aimed at bringing Ireland in line with other countries and promoting renewable energy has now been introduced by the […]
Home Energy Upgrade Grants
Homeowners can now access a wide selection of grants from the SEAI to retrofit their home and make it more energy efficient. Depending on the retrofitting work you choose to do, the grants will cover 40% to 70% of the overall cost. In February 2022, the Government launched the €8 billion National Home Retrofit Scheme […]
All About Retrofitting
By the end of last year, close to 27,000 homes were upgraded with grant supports from SEAI following the launch of the SEAI National Housing Retrofit Scheme in February 2022. Studies show that improving your home’s Building Energy Requirement (BER) adds value to your property and that advancing by a single level, from C2 to […]
Deciding To Retrofit
An increasing number of Irish homeowners are taking the decision to upgrade their homes to be more energy efficient and reaping the benefits of a healthier, more comfortable home, as well as significantly reducing energy bills and producing a lower carbon footprint. An energy-efficient home is designed to conserve and reduce the energy required to […]
Latest Tips and Resources for an Energy-Efficient Home, You Can’t Afford To Ignore
A lot has been written lately about ways to save energy in your home, given the current economic climate and rising fuel inflation rate. We’ve put together a quick resource guide to give you an overview of the latest developments, hacks and resources available here in Ireland to help you take the first steps towards […]
Energy Saving Products & Smart Devices That Help Reduce Home Heating Costs
We found some intelligent and budget friendly ways to help you save money on your heating bills. These innovative products and devices won’t involve a costly retrofit project or complicated installations. Nevertheless, fewer nights may be spent shivering under multiple jumpers in a cold room as a result! Start reducing energy costs with these simple […]
Safe, Efficient Ways To Fuel & Maintain a Wood Fireplace This Winter
The race is on this winter to save on heating and fueling our homes, and this cost-saving exercise should include our fireplaces and stoves. Discover the many new products that can help you get more out of your hearth in our blog below. But First, Maintain And Clean your Fireplace Before considering the fuel […]
20 Ways to Save Water Inside and Outside your Irish Home
As the temperatures rise in summer, some of us are already looking for ways to save water, both inside and outside our home. We’ve got some great tips on how you can get started. There are many reasons for paying attention to water conservation, even in wet rainy Ireland! Why Conserve Water in Ireland? […]
Don’t Get Caught Out With These Critical Home Fire Safety Measures!
There is a plethora of good advice out there on how we can take critical fire safety measures in our homes. Don’t be caught with heavy losses by paying attention to these essential steps for keeping your home safe from fires. Let’s look at why it’s necessary, where you can find expert advice and an easy […]
Ways to Win with Home Insulation and The Retrofit Scheme
Now that the Irish government has approved a variety of supports to make home energy upgrades more affordable, this could be the year you finally retrofit and insulate your home. Read on for practical steps you can take now. Talk to our team in-store for more information and in the meantime check out the […]