Carbon Monoxide Carbon monoxide (CO) is a colourless, odourless gas that, while naturally present in small amounts in the air, can pose serious health risks when concentrated within home environments. It is produced by the incomplete combustion of fuels such as gas,...
NHIC Doorstep Digest Glossary of Terms
We recognise that some terminology may be unfamiliar, and our goal is to clarify these terms to enhance your understanding and empower you as a homeowner. Whether you are embarking on energy efficiency upgrades, navigating building compliance, or exploring...
Guide to the Energy Performance Certificate (EPC)
What is an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC)? An EPC tells you how energy efficient a property is and contains information about a property’s energy use and typical energy costs. It also provides you with steps on how you can improve a property’s energy efficiency...
Guide to Solar Panels
We have all experienced the recent increases in our electricity bills and other energy charges. Naturally, consumers are looking at solar panels to offset this. Fitting solar panels on your home can help you generate electricity and store, use or sell it, potentially...
Consumer Guide to Heat Pumps
Heating accounts for up to 40% of your energy bills, so it is time to consider replacing yours with something more efficient. An efficient low-carbon heating system is one of the most important steps to reduce fuel bills and carbon dioxide emissions. If we are to...
Battery Storage
We have all experienced the recent increases in our electricity bills and other energy charges. Naturally, consumers are looking at solar PV panels to offset this. Fitting solar panels on your home can help you generate electricity and store, use, or sell it,...





