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Living Green in Richmond: Juliet’s Journey with Solar & a Heat Pump
A case study - the 1960s-era home now runs on solar power and a heat pump—both steps toward a more sustainable lifestyle
YEYW Team
2 days ago3 min read
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Draughty Home? Make Your Home Heat Pump Ready: Start with an Air Pressure Test
If your house is on the older side or you’ve noticed a few draughts, you might be asking whether a heat pump would work in your home. The good news is: Yes, it can.
The best place to start? A quick, non-invasive air pressure test.
YEYW Team
2 days ago2 min read
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Big News for Homeowners: Heat Pumps Just Got Easier to Install
Thinking about heat pumps? New UK rules make installation faster and easier. Find out what’s changed and how it helps you.
YEYW Team
May 292 min read
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TRVs and Heat Pumps: What You Need to Know (and Why We Often Take Them Out)
Learn why thermostatic radiator valves (TRVs) often reduce heat pump performance—and when they might still be useful in specific situations. Expert advice included.

Leah Robson
May 273 min read
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All About the Frogs : Solid Walls Aren’t Always What They Seem!
Every heat pump install should start with a room by room heat loss calculation. This enables us to size the heat pump and the radiators...

Leah Robson
Apr 282 min read
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A Sustainable Reinvention: Case Study Inside a Refurbishment Powered by Renewables
Case study of a home that was completely refurbished and fitted with renewables.

Leah Robson
Apr 285 min read
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We’ve Been Shortlisted for an Octopus Trusted Partners Award – Here’s why it matters
The Octopus Trusted Partners Award celebrates the installers leading the way in making homes across the UK cleaner
YEYW Team
Apr 22 min read
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Love at First Light: 8 reasons why homeowners should fall for solar panels and heat pumps this Valentine’s Day
Ah, Valentine’s Day. A time for romance, heartfelt gestures, and committing to a future filled with love. But while you’re showering your...
YEYW Team
Feb 133 min read
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Breaking Barriers: How Your Energy Your Way Overcomes Traditional Solar and Heat Pump Challenges
Are you one of those who think solar power or heat pumps won't work for your property? If so, read on...

Leah Robson
Feb 44 min read
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Five Things I Have Learned from Installing Heat Pumps
Over the past decade, I've had the privilege of installing heat pumps for 100s of customers. Here are five key lessons I've learned.

Leah Robson
Jan 234 min read
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Do I need to upgrade my radiators for a heat pump?
Optimizing Home Comfort and why you may need to upgrade to heat pump compatible radiators
YEYW Team
Dec 12, 20243 min read
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Heat Pump Servicing and Maintenance
The Importance of Regular Heat Pump Servicing and Maintenance
YEYW Team
Dec 2, 20243 min read
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Do you love saving energy?
Great news from the Government today. They're fully backing the rollout of heat pumps & taking measures to ensure that it's easy to install
YEYW Team
Nov 21, 20242 min read
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Six Ways installing Sustainable Energy Solutions positively impact your Budget
By installing solar panels and/or a heat pump you’re creating powerful opportunities to positively impact your budget.
YEYW Team
Oct 28, 20242 min read
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Busting Myths: Why Solar Panels and Heat Pumps Are Ideal for UK Homes
The renewable energy sector in the UK is evolving rapidly. However, it still faces many misconceptions, which often deter homeowners from...

Leah Robson
Oct 6, 20244 min read
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Demystifying Heat Pumps – How They Heat and Cool
More about heat pumps and how they heat a home vs an aircon used for cooling. Both are heat pumps - they just operate differently.
YEYW Team
Jul 18, 20242 min read
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What you can do to make your home more energy efficient
Onto a more serious subject. In the wake of the energy crisis, homeowners are doing everything they can to bring their bills down....
YEYW Team
Mar 11, 20243 min read
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Heat Pumps Cheaper to run than Gas Boilers?
If you have a Vaillant heat pump, or would like to get one fitted, Ovo Energy estimate you can save up to £495 on your heating bills. ...
YEYW Team
Feb 5, 20241 min read
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Tips for Running Your Heat Pump This Winter
Heat pumps are more efficient and environmentally friendly than traditional heating systems and work really well in the cold, but they do...
YEYW Team
Dec 22, 20232 min read
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Did you know?
“For most people, your boiler is probably the most environmentally damaging thing that you own.” So says Andrew Sissons, Deputy Director...
YEYW Team
Dec 21, 20232 min read
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