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"Having the heating on only when you need it is, in the long run, the best way to save energy, and therefore money," the website explains. "A timer's best as your thermostat turns your heating on and off to keep your home at the temperature you set.
The average bathroom addition cost is $15,000, but this price can vary greatly depending on the square footage and the features you want to add. As...
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10 years Squatters, or a succession of squatters, must have been living in a registered property continuously for 10 years before they can try and...
Read More »Martin Lewis's MoneySavingExpert has revealed how to use your central heating this year. As the temperature continues to drop outside, most of us will have already put the heating on, or be thinking about when to do it. According to experts at the Energy Saving Trust, the idea that it's cheaper to leave the heating on low all day is a myth. Martin Lewis has stepped in and revealed exactly how to use your central heating to get the best value out of it. "Having the heating on only when you need it is, in the long run, the best way to save energy, and therefore money," the website explains. The idea that it's cheaper to leave the heating on low all day is a myth "A timer's best as your thermostat turns your heating on and off to keep your home at the temperature you set. "The key thing to understand here is that it's all about the total amount of energy required to heat your home." However, people living in places where it's damp might have to turn the central heating on for longer. Martin added: "There are some engineers who argue that keeping the heating on low with all the radiators on and the boiler down can work as it reduces condensation, which when the heating is turned off collects within the walls, and can help conduct heat outside the home - meaning you lose heat more quickly and so will lose heat more quickly and will use more energy as a result. So if your house is prone to that you may want to think about it." The Energy Saving Trust says if you're keeping the heating on all day you're losing energy all day, so it's better to heat your home only when you need it. You can also apply for a Cold Weather Payment to help when temperatures fall to freezing, a Warm Home Discount or a Winter Fuel Payment to minimise your bills.
Without one, water can get trapped in the wall, which will produce moisture and ultimately other issues like rot, mold, and trouble with thermal...
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good side The 'quick' answer is that the finished, or good side of the fence faces the outside of your property, visible to neighbors and the...
Read More »Many people get complacent over the summer months and forget to shut them – go round the house and make sure that no cold air is getting in anywhere. If the sun is shining in the daytime then make sure curtains and blinds are open to let the heat in, but ensure that you shut them in the morning and the evenings to give yourself that extra bit of warmth.
How Much Weight Can a 2×6 Support Horizontally? A 2×6 can support up to 50 pounds per square foot of weight without sagging with a maximum span of...
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The cost of wiring your tiny house will generally be around $500 in materials and around $1,000-$3,000 in labor if you hire an electrician. This...
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Small sheds can go on concrete slabs or blocks. Larger sheds can also use slabs or blocks as a foundation to raise them off the ground. Concrete...
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The most common is redwood, a beautiful rich red/cinnamon color that will add distinctive style to any home. However, it can also be used anywhere;...
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