Insulation News in the UK

Eco homes earn tax breaks for landlords

Charles.Middleton@safestyle.co.uk (Nick Appleyard) — Thu, 8 May 2008 00:00:00 PST

The National Landlords' Association (NLA) has reminded its members that eco homes earn tax breaks, it has been reported. <a href='http://www.safestyle-windows.co.uk/news/eco-homes-earn-tax-breaks-for-landlords-18584022.news' >Read more...</a>

Ellen MacArthur suggests 'green home improvements'

Charles.Middleton@safestyle.co.uk (Nick Appleyard) — Thu, 1 May 2008 00:00:00 PST

A world record-breaking yachtswoman is on a voyage to save energy through home improvements, it has been reported. <a href='http://www.safestyle-windows.co.uk/news/ellen-macarthur-suggests-green-home-improvements-18575925.news' >Read more...</a>

Insulation drive to benefit millions by May

Charles.Middleton@safestyle.co.uk (Joanne McCabe) — Thu, 17 Apr 2008 00:00:00 PST

Around 16 million homeowners and private tenants are expected to benefit from insulation and energy efficiency grants by the end of May, it has been claimed. <a href='http://www.safestyle-windows.co.uk/news/insulation-drive-to-benefit-millions-by-may-18555486.news' >Read more...</a>

Insulation 'can help' in climate change battle

Charles.Middleton@safestyle.co.uk (Joanne McCabe) — Wed, 16 Apr 2008 00:00:00 PST

People living in Northamptonshire have been urged to avail of insulation initiatives and other green schemes to help do the region's bit to fight climate change. <a href='http://www.safestyle-windows.co.uk/news/insulation-can-help-in-climate-change-battle-18553508.news' >Read more...</a>

Hips behind home improvements surge, say DIY experts

Charles.Middleton@safestyle.co.uk (Joanne McCabe) — Mon, 14 Apr 2008 00:00:00 PST

The introduction of Home Information Packs (Hips) has led a growing number of people to carry out eco-friendly home improvements, it has been claimed. <a href='http://www.safestyle-windows.co.uk/news/hips-behind-home-improvements-surge-say-diy-experts-18549419.news' >Read more...</a>

Leaders 'need to be clear' on help towards insulation costs

Charles.Middleton@safestyle.co.uk (Joanne McCabe) — Fri, 11 Apr 2008 00:00:00 PST

Government officials have been urged to "come clean" about the level of public funds available to help fuel-poor households with insulation costs. <a href='http://www.safestyle-windows.co.uk/news/leaders-need-to-be-clear-on-help-towards-insulation-costs-18548017.news' >Read more...</a>

Flint hands over keys to first of shared-ownership eco homes

Charles.Middleton@safestyle.co.uk (Joanne McCabe) — Fri, 11 Apr 2008 00:00:00 PST

Officials have opened one of the UK's first shared-ownership eco homes in Yorkshire. <a href='http://www.safestyle-windows.co.uk/news/flint-hands-over-keys-to-first-of-shared-ownership-eco-homes-18547406.news' >Read more...</a>

Insulation to cut costs and carbon for Welsh residents

Charles.Middleton@safestyle.co.uk (Joanne McCabe) — Thu, 10 Apr 2008 00:00:00 PST

Elderly residents in Wales are being offered free insulation in a bid to cut heating bills and protect the environment. <a href='http://www.safestyle-windows.co.uk/news/insulation-to-cut-costs-and-carbon-for-welsh-residents-18545340.news' >Read more...</a>

Safestyle window star to 'crank up' football fun

Charles.Middleton@safestyle.co.uk (Joanne McCabe) — Wed, 9 Apr 2008 00:00:00 PST

Football fans heading to Accrington in the future will be treated to the entertainment talents of Jeff Brown, star of the Safestyle UK double glazing adverts. <a href='http://www.safestyle-windows.co.uk/news/safestyle-window-star-to-crank-up-football-fun-18544015.news' >Read more...</a>

Improved insulation a cost-effective green measure, say experts

Charles.Middleton@safestyle.co.uk (Joanne McCabe) — Wed, 9 Apr 2008 00:00:00 PST

Insulation and replacement windows are some of the most cost-effective ways to combat noise pollution and boost the green credentials of the nation's homes, it has been suggested. <a href='http://www.safestyle-windows.co.uk/news/improved-insulation-a-cost-effective-green-measure-say-experts-18543573.news' >Read more...</a>

Green homes achieved with low cost and effort

Charles.Middleton@safestyle.co.uk (Joanne McCabe) — Tue, 8 Apr 2008 00:00:00 PST

UK residents can 'energy-proof' their green homes without spending a lot of money, according to experts at the Energy Saving Trust. <a href='http://www.safestyle-windows.co.uk/news/green-homes-achieved-with-low-cost-and-effort-18541120.news' >Read more...</a>

Green home improvements funding for Scots

Charles.Middleton@safestyle.co.uk (Joanne McCabe) — Mon, 7 Apr 2008 00:00:00 PST

Homeowners in Scotland are to get more funding for eco-friendly home improvements, it has emerged. <a href='http://www.safestyle-windows.co.uk/news/green-home-improvements-funding-for-scots-18539094.news' >Read more...</a>

Prefab homes: Eco-friendly insulation qualities highlighted

Charles.Middleton@safestyle.co.uk (Joanne McCabe) — Mon, 7 Apr 2008 00:00:00 PST

Off-site prefabrication systems for housing may be more eco-friendly because of the early assurance of "air tightness and insulation quality", it has been suggested. <a href='http://www.safestyle-windows.co.uk/news/prefab-homes-eco-friendly-insulation-qualities-highlighted-18539054.news' >Read more...</a>

Building owners to boost insulation and meet 'green challenge'

Charles.Middleton@safestyle.co.uk (Joanne McCabe) — Fri, 4 Apr 2008 00:00:00 PST

Government officials have urged business owners to boost insulation and take up the "green buildings challenge" in their quest to bring down the UK's carbon footprint. <a href='http://www.safestyle-windows.co.uk/news/building-owners-to-boost-insulation-and-meet-green-challenge-18537041.news' >Read more...</a>

Terraced house 'lovely and warm' after home improvements

Charles.Middleton@safestyle.co.uk (Joanne McCabe) — Thu, 3 Apr 2008 00:00:00 PST

A Liverpool couple have had new double glazing and doors installed after they were deemed eligible for a home improvements loan. <a href='http://www.safestyle-windows.co.uk/news/terraced-house-lovely-and-warm-after-home-improvements-18535081.news' >Read more...</a>

Brighton school's bald attempt at green insulation

Charles.Middleton@safestyle.co.uk (Joanne McCabe) — Wed, 2 Apr 2008 00:00:00 PST

Teachers and pupils at a Brighton school have come up with a hairy way of fulfilling their building's insulation needs. <a href='http://www.safestyle-windows.co.uk/news/brighton-schools-bald-attempt-at-green-insulation-18533052.news' >Read more...</a>

Home improvements to bring Birmingham estates 'up to scratch'

Charles.Middleton@safestyle.co.uk (Joanne McCabe) — Wed, 2 Apr 2008 00:00:00 PST

Birmingham residents have met with local officials in a bid to boost their homes' economic and environmental value with new central heating, double glazing and insulation by 2010. <a href='http://www.safestyle-windows.co.uk/news/home-improvements-to-bring-birmingham-estates-up-to-scratch-18533001.news' >Read more...</a>

Blunkett impressed with double glazing 'transformation'

Charles.Middleton@safestyle.co.uk (Joanne McCabe) — Wed, 2 Apr 2008 00:00:00 PST

Former home secretary David Blunkett has visited a Sheffield refurbishment project to congratulate homeowners on their new double glazing, doors and kitchens. <a href='http://www.safestyle-windows.co.uk/news/blunkett-impressed-with-double-glazing-transformation-18532941.news' >Read more...</a>

Former military base to be converted into eco homes 'village'

Charles.Middleton@safestyle.co.uk (Joanne McCabe) — Tue, 1 Apr 2008 00:00:00 PST

A new range of eco homes are to be built at the site of a former army barracks in Chichester, it has emerged. <a href='http://www.safestyle-windows.co.uk/news/former-military-base-to-be-converted-into-eco-homes-village-18530717.news' >Read more...</a>

Green homes growth 'boosted by self-builders'

Charles.Middleton@safestyle.co.uk (Joanne McCabe) — Tue, 1 Apr 2008 00:00:00 PST

Self-builders are leading the way in the creation of green homes in the UK, according to new research. <a href='http://www.safestyle-windows.co.uk/news/green-homes-growth-boosted-by-self-builders-18530705.news' >Read more...</a>

More action needed to boost green homes, says report

Charles.Middleton@safestyle.co.uk (Joanne McCabe) — Mon, 31 Mar 2008 00:00:00 PST

The government's green homes targets can be met if there is more significant investment in eco-friendly technology and insulation, according to new research. <a href='http://www.safestyle-windows.co.uk/news/more-action-needed-to-boost-green-homes-says-report-18528623.news' >Read more...</a>

Energy-efficient double glazing 'just what you need' to save money and cut noise

Charles.Middleton@safestyle.co.uk (Joanne McCabe) — Fri, 28 Mar 2008 00:00:00 PST

Installing double glazing not only saves money on rising energy bills but also cuts down noise pollution in the home, another window specialist has verified. <a href='http://www.safestyle-windows.co.uk/news/energy-efficient-double-glazing-just-what-you-need-to-save-money-and-cut-noise-18526262.news' >Read more...</a>

Welsh eco homes recognised for 'excellent' efficiency

Charles.Middleton@safestyle.co.uk (Joanne McCabe) — Wed, 26 Mar 2008 00:00:00 PST

A selection of eco homes in Wales have received an 'excellent' rating from experts on account of their energy efficiency. <a href='http://www.safestyle-windows.co.uk/news/welsh-eco-homes-recognised-for-excellent-efficiency-18522153.news' >Read more...</a>

Discounted insulation on offer through warm scheme

Charles.Middleton@safestyle.co.uk (Joanne McCabe) — Tue, 25 Mar 2008 00:00:00 PST

Vulnerable homeowners in Rotherham are being encouraged to save money and the environment via a new insulation scheme. <a href='http://www.safestyle-windows.co.uk/news/discounted-insulation-on-offer-through-warm-scheme-18519891.news' >Read more...</a>

Well-insulated homes are 'healthier and happier'

Charles.Middleton@safestyle.co.uk (Joanne McCabe) — Thu, 20 Mar 2008 00:00:00 PST

Officials in Sunderland have praised the government's Warm Front scheme for its provision of heat-saving insulation. <a href='http://www.safestyle-windows.co.uk/news/well-insulated-homes-are-healthier-and-happier-18517765.news' >Read more...</a>

Double glazing brings climate change gong to Oxford college

Charles.Middleton@safestyle.co.uk (Joanne McCabe) — Thu, 20 Mar 2008 00:00:00 PST

A university building in Oxford has scooped a green gong for its use of double glazing, solar energy and energy-efficient appliances. <a href='http://www.safestyle-windows.co.uk/news/double-glazing-brings-climate-change-gong-to-oxford-college-18517721.news' >Read more...</a>

New rules turn up the volume on noise pollution

Charles.Middleton@safestyle.co.uk (Joanne McCabe) — Thu, 20 Mar 2008 00:00:00 PST

Double glazing and other measures to safeguard against noise pollution are set to gain extra prominence as the UK prepares for new 'noise at work' regulations. <a href='http://www.safestyle-windows.co.uk/news/new-rules-turn-up-the-volume-on-noise-pollution-18517593.news' >Read more...</a>

Summit seeks to harness insulation benefits

Charles.Middleton@safestyle.co.uk (Joanne McCabe) — Wed, 19 Mar 2008 00:00:00 PST

Officials in Liverpool have got together to explore ways of making UK communities more sustainable, including the possibility of a home insulation programme. <a href='http://www.safestyle-windows.co.uk/news/summit-seeks-to-harness-insulation-benefits-18515797.news' >Read more...</a>

Good windows and insulation make eco homes 'airtight'

Charles.Middleton@safestyle.co.uk (Joanne McCabe) — Tue, 18 Mar 2008 00:00:00 PST

Household energy consumption can be reduced by investing in "great" windows and "super" insulation, according to one set of environmental experts. <a href='http://www.safestyle-windows.co.uk/news/good-windows-and-insulation-make-eco-homes-airtight-18513576.news' >Read more...</a>

Free insulation scheme 'has no catch'

Charles.Middleton@safestyle.co.uk (Joanne McCabe) — Mon, 17 Mar 2008 00:00:00 PST

Residents of Kirklees have been reminded that they can still avail of free insulation and heating upgrades with help from their local authority. <a href='http://www.safestyle-windows.co.uk/news/free-insulation-scheme-has-no-catch-18511472.news' >Read more...</a>