Independent UK Energy Advice
Honest advice on
home energy upgrades
Independent UK guides and calculators for heat pumps, EV chargers, solar panels and battery storage. Free to use, no sales calls.
Heat Pump Cost Calculator
Get a personalised estimate in 2 minutes. Covers air and ground source, grants, and running costs.
Heat Pump Costs UK (2026)
What you'll actually pay for an air or ground source heat pump, including the £7,500 BUS grant.
Solar Panel Costs UK (2026)
Honest install costs, payback timescales, and what the SEG export tariff is really worth.
EV Charging Cost Calculator
Find out what it costs to charge at home, compare tariffs, and see your savings vs petrol.
Best Home EV Charger UK
Five chargers compared on the things that matter: smart tariff support, solar, price, and build quality.
Home Insulation Guide UK
Loft, cavity wall and solid wall insulation costs, payback times and what to do first.
Smart Meter Guide UK
SMETS1 vs SMETS2, savings, fixes for common problems, and the right in-home display.
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Cavity Wall Insulation Cost UK (2026)
Bungalows, 3-bed semis, removal cost and what your mortgage lender needs to know.
Draught Proofing Cost UK
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