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Keep warm for less this Christmas and save money on your energy bills by using Solar PV and Solar Thermal.

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According to recent weather reports, the UK is set to get colder and in some cases a lot whiter. It’s going to be a white and certainly COLD Christmas for most, which can result in higher energy bills for you.

It is no secret that energy bills are increasing rapidly, and to no surprise they will keep on rising.

Most energy suppliers including (British Gas, Scottish Hydro, Swalec, & Southern Electric to name a few (Source: BBC News) increased their charges even further in November 2012. Whether you heat your home with gas or electric, I’m pretty sure you have been asking yourself “Can I afford to heat my house this winter?”

EEC Home Improvements have a special offer this Christmas. For a limited time only we are offering to install Solar PV and Solar Thermal Systems completely VAT FREE (applies from 21st November – 31st December 2012) Our Gift to you this this Christmas. Contact us today for your VAT FREE no obligation written quote.

Visit our website here for a free quote

EEC Home Improvements can offer many ways to reduce energy bills, not just this winter, long term.

Solar PV

Solar PV is the cleanest source of energy and most importantly it is an excellent and simple way to help reduce your energy bills. Solar PV Installations typically take no more than 1 day, giving you the chance to generate your own electricity and save on your bills before the extreme cold sets in.

Initially Solar PV was solely to supply your home with electricity, but EEC Home Improvements can now offer a device. This device uses the un-used electricity your Solar PV System has generated and uses it to heat your water. For more information on this device contact us today.

If you already have a Solar PV System installed but you have noticed the system has stopped working or is not working as efficiently as it should, EEC Home Improvements also offer Solar PV Repairs and Solar PV Servicing. 

Solar Thermal

Solar Thermal Systems generate heat that is collected in Solar Panels, generating around 40-50% of your hot water needs.

Solar Thermal installs are typically completed within 1 day, so you if you decided to install a Solar Thermal System, you could be heating your home for much less, just in time for Christmas. Not only that, you will benefit from our special offer, VAT FREE Solar Thermal Installs (applies 21st November – 31st December 2012)

Visit our Solar Thermal website here for a free no obligation quote

Maybe you already have a Solar Thermal System installed but have noticed it is not working efficiently? Have you noticed a fault or maybe its due to be serviced? EEC Home Improvements also offer Solar Thermal Repairs and Solar Thermal Servicing.

A-Rated Boilers

A-Rated Boilers have a high efficiency rating meaning it will improve your heating and could save you as much as £300 per Year* (Source: Energy Saving Trust)

Considered the most energy efficient, A-Rated Boilers work at 90% compared to a lower rated boiler.

Whether you want a combi, gas, biomass, vaillant, condensing or any boiler that suits you EEC Home Improvements can help

Visit our A-Rated Boilers website here for a free quote

For more information on products and services for your home visit EEC Home Improvements website here.

Heating bills rising and rising and you cant keep up? A Ground Source Heat Pump could solve the problem.

 EEC Home Improvements Ground Source Heat Pumps

Did you know that we are only 40 years away from oil depletion, and there are only 65 years of gas left? * * (Source: Statistical Review of World Energy 2012). How will that affect us? Well it already has, no doubt you will have noticed a rise in your energy bills.

Now’s the time to consider various types of Renewable Energy options to improve your homes sustainability.

When we think of Renewable Energy we often think of Solar Panel Systems, Solar Thermal Systems or Wind Turbines but what about a Ground Source Heat Pump?

There are many benefits of installing a Ground Source Heat Pump. Ground Source Heat Pumps could lower your energy bills especially if you are switching from traditional electric heating, and could provide you with an income through the governments Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI) Depending on which fuel you are replacing, you could also contribute to lowering your homes carbon emissions, it will heat your home and provide hot water and need little maintenance – that’s why its called ‘fit and forget technology’.

A ground source heat pump works by absorbing energy from the ground via a series of pipes, which are laid under your garden. Heat is absorbed from the ground which is turned into fluid using a mix of water and anti freeze, then the system pumps the fluid into a heat exchanger, which in turn pushes heat into your home.

The length of the ground loop depends on the size of your home and the amount of heat you need. Longer loops can draw more heat from the ground, but need more space to be buried in. If space is limited, a vertical borehole can be drilled instead.

To find out if your property is suitable for a Ground Source Heat Pump contact EEC Home Improvements today. A heat pump installer will carry out a FREE survey and draw up any necessary plans to assess if your home is suitable.

Visit EEC Home Improvements Ground Source Heat Pump website HERE

WATCH US CREATE DREAM HOMES ON OUR NEW YOUTUBE CHANNEL

KEEP UP TO DATE WITH THE LATEST WAYS TO IMPROVE YOUR HOME BY FOLLOWING OUR HOME IMPROVEMENTS YOUTUBE CHANNEL.

EEC Home Improvements can take on all sizes of work, “no job is too small”, from simple decorating, general home improvements to luxury refurbishments and home extensions.

EEC Home Improvements have an ever-growing range of products and services such as Solar PV, Solar PV Repairs, Solar PV Servicing, Solar Thermal, Solar Thermal Repairs, Solar Thermal Servicing, A rated boilers, Security, Wind Turbines, Garden Decking, Permanent Grass, Driveways, Bathrooms, Kitchens, Electrics, Loft Conversions, Garage Extensions and much much more.

EEC Home Improvements have been established since 1991 so with over 20 Years experience we are happy to share some of our work with you via our YouTube Channel. We have recently uploaded a video of Solar PV Installs that we have completed.

TO SEE SOME OF OUR SOLAR PV INSTALLS VISIT EEC HOME IMPROVEMENTS YOUTUBE CHANNEL HERE

We will be showcasing all of our home improvement work. To keep updated on new videos and home improvement advice, just subscribe to our YouTube channel.

By browsing our YouTube Channel you can look through work we have previously completed for our customers, which will give you piece of mind that we work to the highest standards throughout. Choosing someone to work on your home is a big decision, a decision that will be part of your home for years to come. It’s advisable you research and try to look at some of the work the company has done. Our YouTube channel gives you that opportunity.

FOR A FREE NO OBLIGATION QUOTE ON ANY HOME IMPROVEMENT, VISIT EEC HOME IMPROVEMENTS WEBSITE HERE

COMMERCIAL SOLAR PV

EEC HOME IMPROVEMENTS SOLAR PV, SOLAR PV REPAIRS

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EEC HOME IMPROVEMENTS SOLAR PV COMMERCIAL

Many businesses have already taken certain measures to lower their energy consumption with the aim of reducing costs within their business.

Solar PV is one of the leading business solutions in energy saving and is highly favoured for its easy installation, which has a big impact on your business costs.

No matter how big or how small your business, EEC Home Improvements use a variety of mounting systems so we can install on any roof type including commercial property, hotels, leisure centres and agricultural buildings.

For a no obligation quote coupled with a full design service to analyse your requirements and recommend the most efficient and cost effective solution,  contact EEC Home Improvements today.

VISIT EEC HOME IMPROVEMENTS COMMERCIAL SOLAR PV WEBSITE HERE 

Permanent Grass EEC Home Improvements

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100% Safe, No Mowing & No Maintenance! 

It’s definitely greener on our side! 

Originally used for football pitches and other sports arenas, permanent grass is now seen in gardens, often for the whole outdoor area or sometimes for just certain high-use areas, such as around decking. It’s also frequently used in children’s nurseries and school playgrounds.

There are plenty of good reasons for this. The main one is that the artificial grass is so good that only when you’re close can you see it’s not actually real grass. It also looks great at all times of year and in all areas — no more brown patches in summer or worn areas under trees.

Permanent grass offers many years of almost maintenance-free use. There is no need to cut it or water it or to use artificial fertiliser or pesticides. It’s also great for kids to play on, as it won’t stain clothes or footwear.

VISIT EEC HOME IMPROVEMENTS PERMANENT GRASS WEBSITE HERE 

WIND TURBINES EEC HOME IMPROVEMENTS

WIND TURBINES EEC HOME IMPROVEMENTS

WIND TURBINES EEC HOME IMPROVEMENTS

More ways to save

Forty per cent of all of the wind in Europe blows over the UK at some time or another, making the UK an ideal country for domestic wind turbines, usually known as micro-wind turbines. If you have a suitable site exposed to wind, you could easily generate more electricity than you use in your home.

With any electricity you don’t use, you have a choice: it can be stored in batteries for you to use later; or it can exported to the National Grid, in which case you’re eligible for payments under the Government’s Feed-in Tariff (FIT) Scheme.

Is your property suitable?

Turbines come in two types:

Pole-mounted — free-standing, these are suitable for larger properties, especially rural properties and farms, and generate a considerable amount of electricity.

Building-mounted — typically on exposed roofs, these generate smaller amounts of electricity, but are cheaper to install.

Our micro-wind turbines are certified under the Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS). This means you would qualify for the Feed-in Tariff, and you also have the reassurance of knowing that we use only high quality, environmentally-friendly materials and trained installers.

Contact us now and we will arrange a no obligation site visit to assess suitability for a Wind Turbine installation

VISIT EEC HOME IMPROVEMENTS WIND TURBINE WEBSITE HERE

ENERGY PERFORMANCE CERTIFICATE

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EPC CHECKS EEC HOME IMPROVEMENTS

A requirement for Solar PV Installations since 1st April 2012

If you’re buying, selling or renting out a property or installing a Solar PV system, you’ll require an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) on your home.

An EPC gives information on how to make your home more energy efficient and reduce carbon dioxide emissions. An EPC records how energy efficient a property is, providing a rating of the energy efficiency and CO2 emissions of a building. An EPC also provides recommendations for further energy efficiencies and cost savings to your home. An EPC is valid for 10 years.

How is it worked out?

Our Domestic Energy Assessors are qualified to inspect any property to assess it for efficiency, to issue certificates and to advise on any improvements — such as fitting loft insulation, double glazing or boiler replacement. As you can see from an Energy Efficiency Rating chart, grades are awarded ranging from ‘A’ at the top for very-energy-efficient, down to ‘G’ for the least energy-efficient home, with the average grade being a ‘D’.

Once we’ve carried out the survey and issued the certificate, it will be lodged in a central database along with a unique identifying number. Access to each EPC held on the database is restricted to the property owner / seller and potential buyers via this unique reference number.

You may be eligible for a grant

With some recommendations, grants may be available for home improvements from national or local government, or utilities suppliers.**Source: Energy Saving Trust

 EEC Home Improvements offer a free of charge EPC with all Solar PV installations. An EPC to minimum level “D” is a requirement to obtain the FIT payment at its highest rate. For further energy efficiencies and cost savings in your home, it makes sense to contact us now about an EPC.

VISIT EEC HOME IMPROVEMENTS EPC WEBSITE HERE 

EEC Home Improvement Gardens

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GARDEN WORK EEC HOME IMPROVEMENTS

EEC Home Improvements offer a professional and reliable service for all your landscaping requirements, from city courtyards to large country gardens we have the expertise and knowledge to create your dream landscape.

EEC Home Improvements offer most garden and landscaping services:

  • Garden Walls
  • Garden Fencing
  • Permanent Grass
  • Garden Decking
  • Garden Sheds
  • Summer House
  • Playhouse
  • Log Cabins
  • Patios
  • Block Paving
  • Driveways
  • Gates
  • Railings
  • Electric Gates
  • Wrought Iron Gates
  • Water Features
  • All types of brickwork

EEC Home Improvements deliver stylish and affordable gardens, from concept to creations, we can produce the garden of your dreams.

VISIT EEC HOME IMPROVEMENTS GARDEN WEBSITE HERE

DOMESTIC SOLAR PV EEC HOME IMPROVEMENTS

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Solar panels are a great way of reducing your electricity bills, as well as getting money back. You’re also doing your bit to combat global warming — solar power is the cleanest, most renewable source of energy there is, producing nothing in the way of emissions. No wonder solar panels are proving so popular!

Solar panel electricity systems, also known as solar photo-voltaics (solar PV), capture the sun’s energy using photo-voltaic cells. The cells convert the daylight into electricity, which can be used to run household appliances and lighting, saving you money. Any excess electricity is then exported to the National Grid — earning you money.

EEC uses the most up-to-date photo-voltaic modules, which means they’re highly efficient. And as they depend on light intensity, not heat or direct sunlight, they work even on overcast days.

You can also trust us to deliver — we’re a fully MCS (Microgeneration Certification Scheme) accredited company, meaning we use the most efficient solar technology available. Plus, we’re members of the REAL Assurance Scheme set up by the Renewable Energy Association to deliver high quality service.

But if you think your property won’t be suitable, think again. The majority of properties we survey are suitable, and installation typically takes as little as one day, with minimum disturbance and wiring.

We have successfully completed over 2,300 solar pv installs nationwide – Aug 2012 

Individual Proposal

Our EEC advisor will present you with an individual proposal detailing the system most suitable for your needs, complete with the full cost, the relevant plan and payback calculation based on the size of the system and individual energy bills. With this information to hand you’ll be able to see the potential savings and income from your Solar PV system. This is included as part of our no obligation service.

Security: You may want to consider a CCTV system to protect your investment in Solar PV.

Why not contact us now for a free suitability survey and a no obligation quotation?

Welcome to EEC Home Improvements

EEC Home Improvements

EEC Home Improvements …. Best in home improvements ….

Your home is important to you.

It’s where you spend most of your time. It’s probably where you’ve invested a lot of your money. And it’s where many of your dreams lie — as the saying goes, home is where the heart is. So for all kinds of reasons, it’s essential that it should be just right. It should look great, be a pleasure to live in and be a valuable investment. At the same time, it shouldn’t be too hard on the pocket — or the environment.

But just as with individuals, no two dreams are ever the same. At EEC Home Improvements we understand this . We also appreciate that following your dream should be as easy as possible. You supply the dream, we’ll take care of the rest.

Whatever your dream for your home, we believe we have the most practical, cost effective solution whether it’s inside or outside your home. Even with the more mundane items (and let’s face it, a new boiler or guttering is hardly what dreams are made of for most of us!) we think you’ll be more than pleased with the results. Everything we do is to the agreed budget and timing by trained professionals using high quality materials. It’s backed by a solid guarantee. Plus the knowledge that, as a company that’s been in business for more than 20 years, you can trust us. So why not let us make your dream come true.

You supply the dream, we’ll take care of the rest

CLICK HERE TO VISIT EEC HOME IMPROVEMENTS WEBSITE FOR MORE INFORMATION