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Savvy buyers could save by going green with a new home

Redrow Homes is keen to make homebuyers aware of the energy saving qualities of its new homes and advise them of the potential for cost savings.

Green Deal helping to make homes more energy efficient

The latest research shows that Green Deal assessments are continuing to help people make their homes more energy efficient.

New eco-friendly homes from Miller

New eco-friendly homes from Miller

Eco-friendly living is now easier than ever as leading housebuilder Miller Homes has launched its second phase of energy efficient homes at its Greenvale Park development in Newcastle.

Save money on fuel bills with new energy efficient homes

Save money on fuel bills with new energy efficient homes

In the wake of fuel bill price hikes from various energy suppliers, Storey Homes’ latest collection of 2, 3 and 4 bedroom houses at Vulcan Rise, near Ramsey in Cambridgeshire can help home buyers reduce their fuel bills.

House hunters prepared to pay more for a touch of celebrity luxury

House hunters prepared to pay more for a touch of celebrity luxury

Over 25 per cent of house hunters were happy to pay up to an extra £5000 for a property with features they considered aspirational according to the results of a new survey.

New eco homes cut energy bills in Essex

New eco homes cut energy bills in Essex

The ‘green’ features offered by Countryside Properties at their development at The Thatchams in Priors Green, Takeley, Essex could help to dramatically reduce energy bills for buyers.

Energy-saving homes lead the way at Elba Park

Energy-saving homes lead the way at Elba Park

Thanks to modern design, materials and construction techniques, new homes are far more energy efficient today than they were just a decade ago – which means fewer harmful emissions and significant savings on fuel bills.

Why the time is right for the Government's Green Deal

Why the time is right for the Government's Green Deal

This year will see the Government’s Green Deal programme gather momentum. Through the deal, homeowners will be able to install green, energy saving systems onto their properties with no up front costs.

Cheshire 'eco mansion' finalist in NW Building Excellence Awards

Cheshire 'eco mansion' finalist in NW Building Excellence Awards

A Cheshire based property, dubbed ‘the next generation of luxury home’, has been selected as a finalist in The LABC North West Building Excellence Awards for ‘Best Individual Dwelling’.

Shedding some light on solar panels

Solar panels may help cut electricity bills, but with more households choosing to install the renewable energy technology, a number of issues are now arising when home owners come to sell.

Speller Metcalfe shortlisted for Greenbuild Awards 2013

Speller Metcalfe shortlisted for Greenbuild Awards 2013

Speller Metcalfe’s Small Works Eco Vicarage project has made the finals of the Greenbuild Awards in the Domestic New Build category.

Ecology launches new discounts for energy efficiency

Ecology Building Society launches an updated C-Change sustainable homes scheme, offering interest rate discounts of up to 1.25% on mortgages for homes that meet recognised energy standards.

Local companies join forces to make renewable heating clearer

Two local companies have teamed up to help property owners make sense of popular, new renewable heating technologies and the latest government financial incentives.

Morris Homes launches zero carbon homes in Peterborough

Morris Homes launches zero carbon homes in Peterborough

Award-winning housebuilder Morris Homes is launching the first phase of unique zero carbon properties at its landmark Peterborough development this weekend.

No carbon footprint with luxury faux flooring

No carbon footprint with luxury faux flooring

Moduleo is proud to announce the launch of its latest product Ethnic Wenge; a popular finish which offers a durable and stylish alternative to its natural, endangered counterpart.