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How to Save Energy at Home and Cut Your Bills
At Hometree, we like to find ways to save you money in the short and long term from the moment we install your new boiler. In addition to our highly efficient boiler range, we ensure that you not only get full control of your heating but also more aware of your energy use. In this article, we will take you through some top tips for your home heating system.
A guide to home insulation
Insulation is essentially nothing else than a barrier between your home and the outdoors. In summer, it plays a major role in reflecting heat and retaining cool air inside your home. During the winter months, insulation can help to reduce condensation build-up and aid in keeping your home warm and dry.
What are the types of window glazing?
Renovating a property? Building one from scratch? There’ll be plenty to consider, with your choice of window glazing being up there as one of the most important decisions you’ll make. After all, your windows are not only an aesthetic feature but something that’ll essentially make or break your home.
Types of window locks
Installing new windows in your property? You’ll need to consider how you’re going to make them secure.
Top 10 tips to avoid home emergencies
Home emergencies can strike at any time, leaving you feeling powerless and out of control. But with careful planning, this doesn’t have to be the case.
Lost your keys? Here’s what to do next
Lost your keys? Locked out of your house? Don’t panic! Follow our simple guide below to key replacement, so you can regain access to your home as quickly as possible.
How to Unclog a Drain (Without Calling a Plumber)
The sink’s taking a lifetime to drain, water’s pooling around your feet in the shower and there’s a rather funny smell coming from the kitchen (and no it’s not your cooking!) The warning signs are all there and we’re sorry to say, you’ve probably got a clogged drain.
Worcester Bosch Wave – Review
The Wave thermostat is Worcester’s entry into the competitive smart thermostat market. Much like other smart thermostats, the Wave makes it easier to control your heating and hot water from your smartphone or tablet. Worcester is one of the UK’s most renowned boiler manufacturers and has produced some of the easiest-to-use programmers and thermostats. In this review, we will look at the main features of the Wave and why it is the perfect addition to your home heating system.
What is a smart meter?
Smart meters are a relatively new technology that’s being rolled out across the UK to replace your home’s conventional energy meter. They tell you the exact of amount of energy you’re using, thereby letting you curb your energy usage accordingly and become more energy efficient. They communicate with your energy supplier, preventing the need for someone to visit your home and read the meter in person.