Thursday, 07, Jun 2007 10:15
Lorne Spicer of Cash in the Attic is asking whether the onset of home information packs (Hips) later this year could see homeowners better off.
Energy Performance Certificates, a compulsory part of the new Hip due to be phased in from August 1st, will give your home an energy rating similar to those already on fridges and washing machines.
The BBC presenter has top tips on how converting your loft could see you get a higher rating on your Energy Performance Certificate, potentially making it more attractive to buyers.
Watch the video below for Lorne's top tips for clearing out your loft and laying new loft insulation.
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The Met Office has announced summer 2009 is likely to be a glorious affair, with temperatures reaching Mediterranean standards. So what better way to celebrate the forthcoming sunshine than with a barbecue?
Foreign property investments in 2010 are likely to be 'safe bet' options for Brits, according to one industry expert.
Mortgage lending reached a 14 month hight in June but is still far below traditionally normal levels, according to the latest data from the Bank of England.
