by GHomesUsrAdmn | Sep 17, 2025 | Heating, Households, Landlords
When the temperature drops and your heating won’t come on, it’s easy to worry that something serious has gone wrong. But before you pick up the phone or assume the worst, there are a few simple checks you can make at home. Often, the issue is something small and easy...
by GHomesUsrAdmn | Sep 11, 2025 | Energy Bills & Meters, Households, Landlords, Solar & Battery
If you’ve had solar panels (and possibly a battery) installed at home, you could be earning money by selling any extra electricity you generate back to the grid. This is done through the Smart Export Guarantee (SEG). But the process of signing up can feel confusing,...
by GHomesUsrAdmn | Sep 11, 2025 | Energy Regulations & Standards, Landlords
Energy efficiency is no longer just a “bonus” for landlords – it’s a legal requirement that’s tightening over the next few years. The Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES) govern which rental properties can legally be let, and they’re central to improving...
by GHomesUsrAdmn | Jun 20, 2025 | Electric Vehicles, Households, Landlords, Solar & Battery
We’ve had a growing number of enquiries and advice calls about electric vehicles (EVs) and EV charging recently, so we’ve put together this blog to help answer the most common questions. At Greener Homes in Lancashire, we offer free, impartial support to help you...
by GHomesUsrAdmn | Jun 18, 2025 | Energy Bills & Meters, Households, Landlords
If you heat your home with electricity and are on a tariff like Economy 7 or ComfortPlus, you might have something called a Radio Teleswitch Service (RTS) meter. These meters have helped manage heating and water systems since the 1980s, but the technology behind them...
