Oct 26, 2025 | Batteries, Energy, Heat Pump, Octopus Energy, Solar
Heat Pump Update: Week 2 – Radiators, Batteries, and Beating the Chill Last week, I shared the initial excitement (and a few teething problems) of installing my air-source heat pump over at Our Heartwarming Journey to a Greener Home with a Heat Pump. One week in, and...
Oct 23, 2025 | Electric Car, Savings, Tesla
In January 2025, I took the plunge and bought a 2021 Tesla Model 3 Long Range Dual Motor for £19,000—a steal considering its original price was closer to £50,000 with all the bells and whistles. With 51,179 miles on the clock at purchase and now sitting at 59,579...
Oct 17, 2025 | Energy, Heat Pump, Octopus Energy, Savings
A Big Step Toward a Cosier, Greener Home with a Heat Pump from Octopus Energy Last week, on October 6, 2025, our home became the stage for an exciting transformation. We decided to ditch our old, clunky gas boiler for a sleek, eco-friendly air-source heat pump (ASHP)...
Oct 3, 2025 | Electric Car, Energy, Heat Pump, Octopus Energy, Savings, Solar
Hey everyone! As the leaves start turning here in the UK, we’re on the cusp of a big change in our household. In just three days—on October 6th—Octopus Energy will be installing our brand-new Daikin heat pump, completing our multi-year quest to slash energy...
