Small fixes, big savings: What every homeowner should know about property maintenance
Small fixes, big savings: What every homeowner should know about property maintenance An interactive digital tool is making the daunting task of home maintenance easier to manage. An interactive digital tool is making the daunting task of home maintenance easier to manage. Home maintenance is far from just an aesthetic exercise; it forms the backbone […]
PODCAST: Big change to home energy and carbon certification
PODCAST: Big change to home energy and carbon certification LookSee has partnered with SANEDI to launch SA’s first energy and carbon certification – here’s what it means for you and your home Standard Bank’s LookSee has helped revolutionise the solar industry in South Africa, changing the way many of us see and interact with renewable […]
Here’s how to manage household electricity usage as municipal tariff increases kick in
Here’s how to manage household electricity usage as municipal tariff increases kick in More electricity hikes are coming after municipalities received approval to go ahead with increases of up to 14%. Newly approved electricity hikes will come into effect tomorrow and will have households scratching their heads as to how much more they can limit […]
How much your geyser really costs you and what to do about it this winter
How much your geyser really costs you and what to do about it this winter As winter creeps closer, homeowners are warned not to fall into the trap of ignoring their most inefficient appliance. Increasing electricity bills show no sign of subsiding but households have been given a way to get ahead of mounting costs. […]
Insurance companies winning 90% of homeowner disputes – How to ensure your home remains in top shape
Insurance companies winning 90% of homeowner disputes – How to ensure your home remains in top shape Lack of maintenance is among the most common reasons disputes are lost by homeowners. Failure to properly maintain their prized family asset is costing homeowners thousands in avoidable waste. The National Financial Ombud Scheme of South Africa’s most […]
Eskom tariff increase: Here’s how to prevent your electricity bill from skyrocketing
Eskom tariff increase: Here’s how to prevent your electricity bill from skyrocketing Solar solutions will allow homeowners to offset long-term energy costs. Although the National Energy Regulator of South Africa (Nersa) granted Eskom smaller tariff increases than it requested, South Africans’ wallets will continue to haemorrhage. On Thursday it was announced that Eskom will be increasing […]
Want to get the most out of your solar system? LookSee promises to cut down your bill with its new Savings Guarantee
Want to get the most out of your solar system? LookSee promises to cut down your bill with its new Savings Guarantee LookSee promises to reduce your electricity bill or give you R2 000 if you don’t. While most companies will promise you the world and a lot of savings from going solar, you can […]
How solar can ease pressure on households as Eskom becomes more expensive
How solar can ease pressure on households as Eskom becomes more expensive As many households find they have more disposable income available, they can start protecting themselves against rising electricity tariffs. Eskom is once again knocking on the National Energy Regulator of South Africa’s (Nersa) door with hefty demands amid revenue application season. If the […]
On the bright side: Sunlight keeps more lights on after Eskom’s load shedding suspension
On the bright side: Sunlight keeps more lights on after Eskom’s load shedding suspension There are three issues that are shaping the future of Solar PV and Battery Energy storage in the country. The positive effects of load shedding suspension and the investment in renewable energy products such as solar panels have resulted in less […]
Most South Africans own unbundled, self-funded renewable energy products – survey
Most South Africans own unbundled, self-funded renewable energy products – survey Most households purchase renewable energy products as standalone items. Most South Africans, including businesses, use some form of renewable energy, according to a survey conducted by the Competition Commission. The survey, titled Renewable energy products used by households and businesses, collected data between October and […]