Heat pump tumble dryers and the new tumble dryer energy labels in Northern Ireland

20 May 2026

New energy labels for tumble dryers came into effect in Northern Ireland on 1 July 2025. Here’s what you need to know.

Moving house energy checklist

1 May 2026

You should give your energy supplier at least 48 hours’ notice before you move. We walk you through what to do before…

Retrofit explained

3 February 2026

We talk about what the term ‘retrofit’ means, why UK homes need it and how you can start your retrofit journey.

What is the average UK energy bill?

23 January 2026

We look at the average UK energy bill for gas, electricity and oil, and also look at what makes up your energy…

Should I switch to a time of use tariff?

23 January 2026

Time of use tariffs offer you cheaper off-peak electricity. But they often mean you need to change the way you use your…

How to improve your EPC rating

22 January 2026

We guide you through how to make energy efficient home improvements to improve your EPC rating and save you money.

What do people really think about energy?

9 January 2026

We look at some of the key findings from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero's Public Attitudes Tracker.

What do people think about solar power?

11 December 2025

Do you agree with our solar survey findings? Find out what people thought about solar panels and their reasons for getting them.

Solar panel installation: a step-by-step guide

27 April 2026

Want to get started with solar? Our step-by-step guide will take you through the solar panel installation process.

Boiler services explained

12 November 2025

Everything you need to know about getting a boiler service: the cost, finding a Gas Safe registered engineer, and what’s legally required.