Richard Edwards

Care of the Elderly – When Is It the Right Time For Someone To Think About Obtaining Care Services?

It is no surprise that as they get older and physically less able, people start to think about how they will cope should they fall ill or become less able to look after themselves. But what are the things to consider when thinking about long term care options? When considering their options people generally express a strong preference to stay in their... (posted by Richard Edwards 1 year 117 days ago.)

How To Insulate Your Loft Without Losing Your Loft Storage Space

One of the most commonly faced difficulties is how to add insulating material to a loft space when the floor has already been boarded and the loft is used for storage. When you are standing in the loft, the depth of the void formed between the plasterboard of the ceiling below and the top of the ceiling joists is usually about 100mm (4"). Given that current building regulations in the... (posted by Richard Edwards 4 years 196 days ago.)

How To Heat Your Home Using the Earth’s Natural Heat (and a Little Electricity)

Did you know that in northern countries like the UK , the earth just a few feet below the surface keeps a constant temperature of between 11 and 12 degrees Centigrade, even in winter? It traps the heat of the sun, and stores it underground, all year round. A Ground Source Heat Pump transfers this heat to your home to provide space-heating. Using a compressor (a bit like the... (posted by Richard Edwards 4 years 256 days ago.)