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£9,000 heat pump grant uplift for homes using heating oil will come into force next month
By Joseph Mullane, Sarah Harley Last updated
The government has officially confirmed that the uplift in funding, available via the Boiler Upgrade Scheme, will run from 21 July 2026 until March 2027

The spring-cleaning job many of us forget – and why doing it now could help prevent radiator problems this autumn
By Sarah Harley Published
Your radiators may be switched off for now, but giving them attention during warmer months could help you save money and avoid frustrating cold-weather breakdowns

Ground source heat pumps – what to know if you're considering this low-carbon heat source for your home
By Tim Pullen, Sarah Harley Last updated
As a fossil fuel alternative, ground source heat pumps offer a long-term energy efficient option for heating your home. But, what does having one involve?

Hidden heat pump insulation faults could be costing UK homes £74 a year
By Joseph Mullane Published
Poor insulation on heat pump pipework is being linked to avoidable energy losses in UK homes, according to industry figures presented at a major energy conference

Heat pumps and home comfort: designing for year-round wellbeing
By Sponsored Content Published
Sponsor Content Created With E.ON Next
Installing a heat pump brings with it a whole host of benefits that go beyond the reduction in energy bills and reduced CO2 emissions. Adding one will improve the comfort levels and wellbeing of you, your home and your family

Beyond the boiler: why heat pumps are a whole-home heating upgrade
By Sponsored Content Published
Sponsor Content Created With E.ON Next
Installing a heat pump isn’t just about replacing your boiler with an alternative product, it’s about taking a fresh look at the energy efficiency and performance of your whole home and improving it

How to prepare your home for an E.ON Next heat pump: what renovators should get right first
By Sponsored Content Published
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Making sure your home renovation suits a heat pump is really down to two key areas – home insulation and your heat emitters. Get these two elements right in advance and your heat pump will perform well

Could insulation innovations feature in your self-build or renovation plans? Our build expert explores the options
By Mark Stevenson Published
A well-insulated property is the goal for most homeowners, so with technology advancing, build expert Mark Stevenson explores current insulation innovations

Heat pump vs boiler upgrade: which option makes more sense during a renovation?
By Sponsored Content Published
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Switching an old boiler for a new one in a home renovation can seem like the easy choice, but here’s why installing a heat pump could actually bring far greater rewards

Should you turn off underfloor heating in the summer? Experts confirm if you should, and the steps to follow if you do
By Steve Jenkins Published
If you're not using your underfloor heating in summer, it makes sense to think about turning it off. But is there more to it than simply pressing the off switch?
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