Buying a home or planning a retrofit? You’ll probably come across two types of reports: the RICS Home Report and the Whole House Plan. They might sound similar, but they’re built for very different jobs. One helps you spot cracks in the walls. The other helps you stop heat escaping through them. Knowing which is […]
Many UK homeowners invest in home improvements to boost comfort and value – but if done without energy efficiency in mind, these upgrades could lead to higher energy bills. This article highlights risks to watch out for across five common renovation areas – loft conversions, extensions, window replacements, kitchen/bathroom refits, and flooring upgrades – where […]
TL;DR: With UK summers getting hotter and winters still cold and damp, your home needs to be energy-efficient in every season. Insulation, thermal mass, shading, and ventilation all work together to keep your home cool in summer and warm in winter, saving you money and improving comfort. A Whole House Retrofit Plan from Ecofurb helps […]
For years, the UK has been criticised for combining the worst-insulated housing in Western Europe with the region’s highest energy bills. Yet green home renovations remain a top priority if the UK is to meet its 2050 net zero climate targets. As more homeowners turn towards retrofitting to boost their home’s energy efficiency, the financial […]