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How to Read Your Electricity Meter Correctly

For household consumers who want to monitor their energy consumption, it is equally important to read an electricity meter. Electricity bills often leave people scratching their heads, in no small part because they don't really know how to read meters. This guide discusses the best way to unravel the process by providing clear steps to help you track your electricity usage using methods that work best for you.

Electricity Meter Types

The types of electricity meters used to measure electricity vary; they are measured in different ways. These can often be digital, dial, smart, and...

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Popular Pool Styles to Keep You Cool All Summer Long

If you have ever dreamed of having your own refreshing and luxurious swimming pool on your property, chances are you are not alone. There are many different options when it comes to pool installation and from in-ground Olympic size pools to on ground versions to keep you cool and refreshed there is an option for everyone. Your property size, style of home and budget are all factors to consider when deciding on what type of pool is right for you. The best way to figure it all out is to consult with professional firm in your area. If you are in Sussex or the surrounding area, click here to...

Home provides the perfect venue for Christmas entertaining

Home isn’t just where the heart is according to a new survey – home entertaining is on the increase and it’s where people are now more likely to entertain family and friends.

Households throughout the South West area are gearing up for everything from family gatherings through to kids’ parties, formal cocktail evenings and of course Christmas dinner, and a new survey has highlighted the importance of home as the perfect venue. As Christmas entertaining gets into full swing the survey from local housebuilder David Wilson Homes reveals that almost 50 per cent of people are more...

Make an electric check part of your routine this winter

The NICEIC & ELECSA are reissuing a crucial message as we approach the Christmas season; think safety first when decorating your home this Christmas.

The UK’s leading regulatory body for electricians NICEIC and ELECSA surveyed 2,000 UK tenants and homeowners. With 9 in 10 of us using lights to decorate this Christmas, some disturbing facts have been revealed about our attitude to electric safety over the festive period. In excess of 1 in 4 showed no concern about the safety of the lights they are using. This result is marginally better than the response to the 2015 study. Tony...

Exeter housebuilder calls upon Santa to ensure local children are on his list

The housebuilder behind a brand new community in Exeter is taking action to ensure its homes are on Santa’s radar this Christmas.

Barratt Homes, which is bringing new homes to Exeter at its Hillside Gardens development, has written to Mr Claus to make sure he stops by this festive season. The five-star housebuilder is keen to make sure that Santa is fully aware of the development and that the new community gets a visit.

Sales director Sara Parker said: “Having met many of the children who have moved to Hillside Gardens we know for a fact they will be on Santa’s ‘nice’ list...

Recycling information events in Exmouth

Scores of Exmouth residents are learning more about East Devon’s new improved recycling collection service due to start in the town from mid-February through a series of information days which continue through this month and into January.

The information events are a great opportunity to find out more about the new service where householders will be able to recycle additional items such as cardboard, mixed plastics, cartons and small electrical goods which will be collected every week.

The next information day is on Saturday December 10 at Exmouth Market in The Strand where...

Get your Wellies On at Redrow’s Saxon Brook

Redrow is inviting Exeter house hunters to join its team of friendly and knowledgeable sales executives for a special Wellies On Event at its new Pinhoe development, Saxon Brook, on Saturday 10th December from 11am – 4pm.

Visitors are invited to slip on some wellies and a hard hat for a sneak preview of the impressive new homes being built at Saxon Brook on Pinn Hill, located just 4 miles from Exeter city centre. Visitors will be taken on an exclusive guided tour of the development by Redrow staff and view build progress of the mix of 3, 4 and 5 bedroom homes currently available to...

RD&E appoints new Chief Executive

The Royal Devon & Exeter NHS Foundation Trust has appointed Suzanne Tracey as its new Chief Executive. Ms Tracey, who has been the Trust’s Director of Finance and Business Development, Deputy Chief Executive and Chief Financial Officer and more recently acting Chief Executive, will take up her post with immediate effect.

RD&E Chairman James Brent said: “Suzanne has been a key member of the Trust’s well regarded executive team for almost eight years and has made a significant contribution to the success of the RD&E during this time.

“She brings with her extensive...

High level of buyer interest in The Point

The new apartments at The Point, on Exmouth’s seafront are generating high levels of interest from prospective buyers. Reservations have already been taken for two of the two- bedroom apartments overlooking the estuary.

Over 50 people attended an initial sales event held at Exmouth Quay. Those present had the opportunity to view the plans and specifications, look at the 3D online model and meet the developers Eagle One Residential and the agents, Bradleys.

Chris Fayers, Director of Eagle One Residential said: “It is always worthwhile to be able to talk people through the...

Teignbridge to set up housing partnership

Teignbridge District Council’s Executive has agreed in invest £20million to help build new affordable homes across the district.

Tuesday's Executive agreed to set up a joint venture housing company to primarily develop rented homes, something that will help local people find an affordable home that suits their lifestyle and budget, but will also generate a financial return for Teignbridge over time.

The joint venture housing company will be between Teignbridge and registered provider partners. A management board with representatives from each partner will oversee the day-to...

Households at risk of surge in burglaries after clocks go back

As the clocks go back and the evenings become darker earlier, homeowners all across the UK are being warned to heighten the security of their houses. Last year the Crime Survey for England and Wales (CSEW)* reported that there were an estimated 785,000 incidents of domestic burglary in the UK and most were on vulnerable and compromised properties. New research* of 2,000 UK adults was conducted to uncover how security conscious people are in the UK, with shocking results. Over half (54%) of UK adults do not have security systems or burglar alarms installed in their homes 74 per cent of...

Homes & Gardens

How to Read Your Electricity Meter Correctly

Popular Pool Styles to Keep You Cool All Summer Long

Home provides the perfect venue for Christmas entertaining

Make an electric check part of your routine this winter

Exeter housebuilder calls upon Santa to ensure local children are on his list

Recycling information events in Exmouth

Get your Wellies On at Redrow’s Saxon Brook

RD&E appoints new Chief Executive

High level of buyer interest in The Point

Teignbridge to set up housing partnership

Households at risk of surge in burglaries after clocks go back

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