Breakdowns and other malfunctions, we would like to do without them! Except that as long as you have a roof over your head and the equipment to make your life easier, everyday hassles are inevitable. The complexity of the world around us is the source of multiple breakdowns or problems […]
Category: Housing, insulation and heating
Houses and dwellings have a significant impact on the environment, climate change and ecology. Optimizing or changing your habitat to make it more ecological is not a luxury but a necessity! A necessity which will become more and more pressing and which must, from today, be the object of interests and sustainable investments by all!
Green building, bioclimatic house, positive house or passive house, low consumption building (BBC), thermal comfort, ecological air conditioning, ecological lighting, gray energy of the building, sustainable construction and materials, heating and insulation, garden and vegetable patch, Water Management… Are some of the themes discussed here and on forums.
Forum of the house and the habitat
Why and how to install an LED strip?
Much more than a simple element of decoration, lighting can be used to create real scenes in your home while securing certain strategic points. In addition, it helps to create a friendly and warm atmosphere, conducive to relaxation. There are a multitude of little tips to know to succeed in […]
Find eco-responsible home insurance
More and more French people when they buy products or consume a service are wondering whether they are making an eco-responsible gesture. Companies have understood this well and are integrating this demand into their offers. Beyond taking into account the principles of CSR in the context of sustainable development, it is also […]
Real estate: focus on environmental standards in 2021
In the era of a sustainable economy, environmental standards hold an important place in the real estate sector. Beyond the reduction in charges from which they make it possible to take advantage, energy renovation works have a great ecological interest, whether for individual dwellings or condominiums and allow them to be part of the […]
Homework: opt for eco-friendly materials!
When it comes to carrying out work on the house, aesthetic and budgetary issues are the top priority for homeowners. However, the nature and composition of the materials and products used to carry out the work must not be neglected. It is essential to choose them carefully because they guarantee the […]
Renovation: changing your windows to obtain ecological housing
Renovating a house means giving it a facelift and bringing it up to comfort standards. However, the renovation of a home sometimes requires the installation of new openings or the replacement of existing ones. At a time when the preservation of the environment is at the heart of all debates, the choice of work to […]
Housing: why and how to make a plumbing diagnosis?
Knowing the general condition of a property is always important in order not to regret an investment. Plumbing or heating work is the most common, according to a study. They intervene on average each year and represent around 40% of the budget devoted to incidents, or nearly 100 euros per year. It is therefore imperative to conduct a […]
Copper or PER? What materials for installing ecological plumbing at home?
Today more than ever, respect for the environment is everyone's concern, and it begins by intervening in all sectors of activity. Indeed, we want, at all costs, to preserve the environment by limiting as much as possible the harmful effects that certain installations can have. Plumbers must therefore find an alternative to avoid […]
How to invest in ecological real estate?
Green real estate is an option that more and more buyers are interested in when it comes to investing in real estate. It must be said that sustainable real estate is set to represent the future of this sector, in particular thanks to the entry into force of new ecological standards such as RT2020 for example, which will apply in 2021. Thanks to [… ]
Roof insulation work: comparative guide 2020
The roof represents the first so of the attics are eligible on the energy loss in a dwelling. The rate of energy lost through this area is estimated to be over 30%. The best solution to limit these heat losses and reduce energy consumption is to insulate the attic, whether they are lost or not. […]
Home: secure your property
The upcoming Covid economic crisis will unfortunately increase poverty, social inequalities, incivility and insecurity. Safety is one of those unpleasant concerns that we would like to avoid. No one is safe from burglaries, which is why it is important to put in place effective security equipment to feel good at home […]
Growing in a greenhouse in the garden: a good idea?
More and more individuals are choosing to grow their own fruits, vegetables and herbs themselves. This allows both to eat healthier, but also to save considerable money. Greenhouse cultivation offers many advantages in particular, by offering stable climatic conditions to your plants. But that's not his […]
Replacing electricity at home: how much does it cost?
If you are moving in, at the same time you can think about the electrical renovation of your home. With an electrical system up to standards, you significantly reduce the risk of accident and fire of electrical origin, and you protect your electrical devices from surges, which will also save you money. If the facilities […]
The upsurge in burglaries in summer: are your locks resistant?
While burglaries had declined in 2018, their number increased in 2019. Most burglaries take place in the summer, while homeowners are enjoying their vacation. More than half of burglars have passed through the front door, and many of them are able to break through the security systems. […]
How to benefit from aid for renovation?
Over the years, your home will need improvements and renovations to keep it comfortable and up to date. Certain elements weaken with time and external aggressions. This can lead to other, more serious, and bigger problems if you don't react in time. It's for […]
Solar guide 2020: how much does an installation of photovoltaic panels cost?
Do you want to install solar panels and have a lot of questions? Congratulations on contributing to the ecological transition and your ecological approach. In this article we will take stock of all the most asked questions regarding the costs of solar panels: their usefulness, the advantages and disadvantages how […]
Solar LED luminaire: the even more economical alternative to LED lighting
It is not so much the unique performances that it offers, but the need to reduce its ecological footprint and its energy bill, which motivates the switch to LED lighting. And for good reason ! Between its foolproof durability, its excellent light output, and its electrical expenditure 20 times lower than that of traditional lamps, […]
Compulsory real estate diagnostics in France
Since the beginning of 2011, a seller of real estate in France has been required to have real estate diagnoses established. These diagnoses made by an expert or a series of approved experts are to be attached with the house's sales file, the Technical Diagnostic File or DDT, and are used to […]
The advantages of 230V LED panels: design and durability
LED lighting is gradually being installed in homes, offices, hotels, shopping centers, public spaces, etc. There are many reasons for the enthusiasm for this type of lighting. Every year, the LED sector experiences innovations that only delight users, through high-performance equipment such as LED panels. These LED devices quickly […]
The consequences of the coronavirus on the real estate market
Since the start of 2020, Europe has had to face the biggest global pandemic since the Spanish flu. However, the consequences on the economy are catastrophic and the repercussions on the real estate market were not long in coming. Future buyers are worried about investing in such an unstable environment. Many call on […]
Optimizing the energy performance of your home before selling it
Offering your property on the property market is an action that must always give rise to some minor or major works. This is a necessity, as buyers will be more inclined to buy a house in good condition, and offering attractive energy performance. The question is to know which works […]
When confinement gives more time for DIY!
The current covid-19 pandemic which is raging around the world is causing great upheaval in society. Indeed, the containment of the population is one of the measures that many governments have adopted in the affected countries, including France. The Government has also recently informed that the confinement on French territory [...]
How to reduce your energy consumption?
In France, the major part of the household budget is devoted to energy. However, whether for electricity or gas, it is possible to reduce energy consumption by adopting simple daily actions. We give you all the tips to save money easily. Take out a cheap contract with EDF, […]
Heatwave: alternatives to air conditioning
Although it is very practical during the hot weather, the air conditioner is particularly energy intensive. The use of air conditioning can increase the energy bill by 15 to 25% during heatwaves, when this is already one of the most expensive items of household expenditure. Besides the installation of an air conditioning system […]
The different mowing techniques for your garden lawn
It is not uncommon for grass to represent 50% of the total area of the garden when the total area allows. It is therefore normal to devote a little more time to it, because even if your flowers are beautiful or colorful, a badly trimmed lawn would spoil the whole. To take care of your lawn, […]