by Jacob Whitmore | Apr 17, 2026 | Solar Panels
Do You Actually Need a Battery? The Honest Answer Home battery storage is the fastest-growing segment of the UK solar market in 2026, and every installer is keen to upsell you one. But the truth is more detailed than the sales pitch: batteries make strong financial...
by Jacob Whitmore | Apr 17, 2026 | Solar Panels
Last updated: 28 August 2026. Installed costs from DESNZ installation data; every running-cost and payback figure below uses the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026 (26.32p/kWh electricity, 54.83p daily standing charge), confirmed by Ofgem on 26 August...
by Jacob Whitmore | Apr 12, 2026 | Energy, EV Chargers
Just bought an electric car and wondering how to charge it at home? You’re not alone – over 80% of EV charging happens at home. This guide walks you through everything from choosing a charger to slashing your running costs with the right electricity tariff.The...
by Jacob Whitmore | Apr 12, 2026 | Boilers, Energy
A combi boiler is still the most popular choice for UK homes – compact, efficient, and capable of delivering instant hot water without a separate tank. But with dozens of models on the market, choosing the right one can be overwhelming. We’ve compared the best...
by Jacob Whitmore | Apr 12, 2026 | Energy, Heat Pumps
Heat pumps are brilliant technology, but they’re not a plug-and-play replacement for your gas boiler. Getting the installation right makes the difference between slashing your bills and ending up with a cold, expensive mistake. Here are the 7 things every UK homeowner...
by Jacob Whitmore | Apr 12, 2026 | Energy, Heat Pumps
Last reviewed 8 September 2026. Running costs use the Ofgem price cap for 1 October to 31 December 2026: electricity 26.32p per kWh, gas 7.97p per kWh.The short versionAt the October 2026 price cap, electricity costs about 3.3 times as much as gas per unit. A gas...
