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Replacing a boiler in your home is typically going to be one of the most expensive costs that homeowners face, with new boilers costing anywhere from £1000 to £7000.
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Heat Pump Bill a Third Higher Than Gas Boiler!
Roger looks at the analysis of Ofgem figures by the Energy and Utilities Alliance. Energy and Utilities Alliance (EUA) 🔗 https://eua.org.uk Founded in 1905, the Energy and Utilities Alliance (EUA) is a not-for-profit trade association that provides a leading industry voice to help shape the future policy direction within the sector. Roger discusses air source heat pumps on Radio 2 …
Read More »Building a Garden Office? Sustainability Concerns to Think About When Planning
Choosing a good location is a key stage in the planning process, when it comes to building a garden office.
Read More »Bradfords Launches Training for Sustainability Champions
Bradfords Building Supplies has teamed up with a range of organisations, who are leading the way in environmental responsibility in the built environment, to train its new team of Sustainability Champions. Marshalls, Xtratherm, Polypipe, Millboard and Timloc led presentations and discussions on a range of topics at an intensive training session. Challenging the Champions to think differently about products that …
Read More »Spray Foam Insulation — The Ugly Truth?
Roger explains the pros and cons of having spray foam insulation in your house. Spray foam insulation explained by the Which? Team. Also called spray polyurethane foam (SPF), it is an alternative to traditional building insulation. It’s versatile and can be used to insulate your roof, loft, walls and floor, helping to retain warmth and reduce energy costs. PROS AND …
Read More »Is It Cheaper to Leave Your Heating on Constantly?
Should you be running your heating constantly or are you better off using your timer? Roger gives us his money-saving advice to reduce your fuel bills this winter. Energy myth-busting with Money Saving Expert: The energy market is in crisis. There are no cheap energy deals due to record wholesale prices (what providers pay), so using less is the best …
Read More »Snickers Workwear to Weatherproof Your Workday
You can count on real comfort and protection from the rain with Snickers Workwear’s AllroundWork and FlexiWork Jackets for professional tradesmen and women.
Read More »Heat Pump Secrets They Don’t Want You to Know
Roger Joins Jeremy Vine on BBC Radio 2 to Discuss Air Source Heat Pumps https://skill-builder.uk/bbc-radio-2-on-air-source-heat-pumps Heat pump manufacturers installation instruction manuals 🔗 Daikin: https://bit.ly/3FeTwVB 🔗 AeroMax: https://bit.ly/3K7p17U 🔗 Grant: https://bit.ly/3rdQpbo USING AN AIR SOURCE HEAT PUMP FOR HEATING Heat pumps work best when there’s less of a difference between the inside and outside temperatures. In much the same way that …
Read More »What is Multifoil Insulation? — With Byron Lawson
Byron Lawson from SuperFOIL explains the benefits of multifoil insulation. 🔗 https://www.superfoil.co.uk Multifoils explained — FAQ from PBC Today So how does multifoil insulation work? It’s not magic but multifoil insulation controls the three mechanisms of heat transfer; radiation, conduction and convection. The low emissivity outer layers reflect up to 95% of infra-red radiation back into the house and prevent …
Read More »How To Install a Ground Source Heat Pump
Sponsored by Worcester Bosch Heat Pumps 🔗 https://www.worcester-bosch.co.uk/heat-pumps What are the basic workings of a heat pump? A heat pump is a relatively new technology in the UK although they are widely used in Scandinavia and many parts of Europe where there is an abundance of renewably sourced electricity. A heat pump takes energy from outside and transfers it into …
Read More »Watch This Video if You Have a Gas Boiler
Martyn Bridges from Worcester Bosch Group returns to talk about the future of gas boilers with Roger. Worcester Bosch Boilers 🔗 https://www.worcester-bosch.co.uk/products/boilers Worcester Bosch Heat Pumps 🔗 https://www.worcester-bosch.co.uk/heat-pumps A heat pump is a relatively new technology in the UK although they are widely used in Scandinavia and many parts of Europe where there is an abundance of renewably sourced electricity. …
Read More »Bradfords Takes To The Stage on Sustainability
Bradfords Building Supplies is launching ‘Building Sustainable Communities’ – an innovative new series of events aimed at inspiring, informing and engaging the South West on achieving long term environmental and social sustainability for the built environment.
Read More »A Message to Boris at COP26
Roger is back into heat pumps and looks at the £5000 grants being offered to UK homeowners. Are £5k Grants For Heat Pumps Money Well Spent?
Read More »3 Common Household Issues During the Winter Season
From mould growth to boiler breakdowns, this time of year is, unfortunately, one where homes are prone to problems.
Read More »Bradfords Building Supplies Talks Sustainability At National Self Build & Renovation Show
Bradfords Building Supplies will be sharing advice on how to improve the environmental sustainability of self-build projects at the National Self Build & Renovation Show.
Read More »All You Need To Know About Survivalist Bunkers
Interest in survivalist bunkers has risen by 2,000% since the pandemic struck, according to The Sun.
Read More »Putting The Spotlight On Sustainability
With the construction sector set to play a big role in reaching the Government’s net-zero targets, changes are coming in the way we approach housebuilding in the UK.
Read More »Is It Time To Switch To An Electric Van? PEUGEOT e-Expert Test
The Skill Builder team test drive the new Peugeot e-Expert electric van for a week and visit the city of London.
Read More »JCB. A Great British Success Story
Roger takes a break from ranting and raving to celebrate one of Britain’s biggest building industry success stories. A word from Lord Bamford – Chairman The story of JCB is one of innovation, ambition and sheer hard work. From small beginnings building agricultural tipping trailers in 1945, to the global force in manufacturing the company has become today, JCB has …
Read More »Easy Bathroom Underfloor Heating ~ Extension #25
Bathroom underfloor heating systems offer an efficient, evenly distributed warmth, turning what was once a chilly tile ordeal into a cosy, welcoming experience.
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