That’s right. It’s officially Big Energy saving week! And to mark the occasion Fitting a Cooker wish to inform you of the most useful top tips when it comes to saving BIG energy to produce fewer costs for your household. Some tips include: turn your heating thermostat down by one degree use energy efficient light
If you’ve just moved into your new home or you require a new cooking appliance but you’re unsure of which one to choose the process can be very daunting with so many brands and models, the selection is large. Aside from brand names, another consideration to make is whether you wish to purchase a gas cooker or
As winter approaches it is time to get out your woollen jumpers, boots and flu medicine. It is also that time of year to book a boiler service to ensure that you don’t encounter any problems during those chilly winter nights. Servicing gas boilers is one of those jobs that people often fully intend to
As a landlord you are responsible for ensuring that your tenants are safe and all of their appliances are kept in good working order. If you do not fulfill these legal obligations you can be held liable for any issues that occur. The consequences of not fulfilling your obligations can include fines and even in
A recent survey published by the Citizens Advice Bureau discovered that “two thirds of people think their energy bill will be higher this winter – with many living in colder homes than they would like: 62% don’t have the heating on as much, and 18% don’t use some of the rooms in their home in
There are numerous symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning. These include stomach pains, nausea, headaches, breathing difficulties and dizziness. The more you are exposed to carbon monoxide the more serious these symptoms will become. Within two hours of a carbon monoxide leak occurring you can experience memory loss, vertigo, problems in coordination, vision loss and seizures.
When you move into a rented property it is important to be fully aware of your rights as a tenant and the legal obligations of your landlord. This article contains some helpful advice from Gas Boilers Servicing for renting a property. Your landlord is legally required to have an up to date gas safety certificate
22nd – 27th October is ‘Big Energy Saving Week’. This is a national campaign coordinated by the Citizens Advice Bureau and the Energy Saving Trust to help people reduce their fuel bills. As part of this week your local Citizens Advice Bureau will be offering a number of drop in sessions where energy advisers can
Get your gas appliances serviced regularly As a landlord you must be conscious of the fact that when it comes to the maintenance of your property’s gas appliances your tenants’ safety is your responsibility. If you do not have your appliances serviced annually then you could be leaving your tenants at risk of gas leaks
In recent times it can seem like the world has conspired to make your financial life increasingly difficult with the global recession of 2008 followed by the current double dip recession and the recent news from British Gas who have added a 6% increase to their gas and electricity charges, which equates to an annual
