Harvest Energy Dream Kitchens

Harvest Energy Dream Kitchens

A lot of people inherit a kitchen when they buy their home, why not create the one of your dreams to really put your own stamp on it? At Harvest Energy we have the capabilities to create the kitchen you have always desired. By using the latest designs and techniques and our experienced craftsmen at your service you can pick and choose from a range of designs and colours to create that perfect combination. After your designs and colours have been carefully chosen your kitchen will be custom built and made to measure.

A change in a kitchen can create a whole new look to your home. Whether it's wood grain, high gloss or any other finish you're looking for, we can assure you'll be left with a kitchen to show off to all your friends and to cook up a storm in!

What We Offer

• A variety of colored Hi Gloss Kitchens.
• Vintage Style Oak & Walnut Kitchens.
• Bright and Attractive White & Cream Kitchens.

Why Choose Us?

Experience: We have Carpenters that are some of the best skilled in the country, with over 20 years of experience and we are proud to say they are part of the Harvest Energy brand. They are here to help you create that kitchen you have always wanted and are happy to help you choose a design and colour pattern that will blend into the style of your home

Choice: With a range of Colours and Designs available for you to choose from we have full confidence in providing the combination that suits your personality and your home. Whether it's an attention grabbing kitchen that demands attention or a vintage kitchen design that has an ere of elegance and class about it, we guarantee our customers leave happy.

Value: The quality of our kitchens are up there with the best (check out our gallery to see for yourself). The difference with us is we provide at a very competitive price. With competitive prices and kitchens built to last, whats not to love!

No Corner Cutting: As we have already mentioned, all of our kitchen products are made to fit. There is absolutely no corner cutting when it comes to your custom built 

Irish Owned: We are a fully Irish owned Company with a factory located in Baldungan, Lusk, Co.Dublin.

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Call us on (01) 8021800 or email us at info@harvestenergy.ie

Energy Saving Tips for Homeowners

ENERGY SAVING TIPS

If you've read some of our past blogs, you'll know just how important energy saving and saving on bills are to us. If you have the necessary products installed in your home and are looking for a few quick tips to help you further reduce bills, continue reading this insightful blog. We cover everything from the little tips that show results over time to the tips that show instantaneous results. 

It's the little things that count:

• Turn the thermostat down by a couple °C, it's unlikely that you or family members will notice the difference, but your heating bills sure will.
• Turn the lights off when nobody's using a room.
• Recycle and Re-use. If you love how your home is "Green" and energy efficient, why not continue your green lifestyle by recycling plastics and other unwanted materials?
• Unplug appliances that aren't being used. If the appliance isn't in use there is no need for it to be adding onto your electric bill. If you want to really reduce the amount of unnecessary energy used, try switch plugs that are on "standby" off completely.
• Keep your curtains closed at night and over the radiator. Curtains are more than just another fabric to help accessorize your home. Curtains are highly effective at keeping the cold draughts out and the heat in! Don't smother the heat the radiator works so hard to provide, allow the heat to push itself away from the radiator and rise to fill the room.
• Turn off the heating overnight and when out and about during the day.

These things take time:

• Clean your windows. dirt can reduce your glass performance by 5-10%. The performance can be even further reduced if the dirt is on a roof light. 

• Don't obstruct the light. Furniture, curtains or any other object should not be obstructing daylight penetration. It will reduce the amount of natural light that can penetrate the room.

• Look for an energy saving logo when shopping for a new product. e.g. dishwasher, washing machine, windows.

• Choose a thermostat with a timer and controls. This means you don't have to simply decide between on and off but you can decide on the temperature and how long the heating will remain on.  

• When painting a room consider what the room will be used for. Lighter colours like white and cream are good reflectors of light and can help maximize the daylight that enters a room. Darker colours like navy and red are poor reflectors of light.

It'll be worth it in the long run:

• If you don't already have one, it's recommended that every home owner should have a lagging jacket placed around their hot water tank.

• Use a timer on immersion heaters, by using a timer you will be supplied with an adequate amount of hot water without using any additional utilities to heat an excess amount of water. 

• Energy saving light bulbs are now very popular and can be found in almost all hardware stores. You won't be able to tell difference in lighting but you'll be sure to see the difference in your bills.

Invest now and see instant changes:

• One of the most effective ways to keep the heat in your home and the cold out is by having energy efficient double glazed windows. Don't choose your supplier based on price but by the quality. Argon filled glass units combined with Low Emissivity glass create the perfect combination to combat those outside elements.

• Attic Insulation can save you up to 20% on your home heating bill. There are a variety of options to use when it comes to insulating your attic, e.g. rock-wool, rigid thermal insulation boards, polystyrene etc. 

• Boiler servicing. Don't neglect the opportunity to maximize efficiency on your heating products. The less work your boiler has to do to keep your home warm and cozy, the less the heating bill will be. depending on the condition your boiler is in, you can improve the overall efficiency of the boiler by 10%, that 10% can equate to up to €150.

• Internal/External Insulation. There are a variety of ways to insulate, make sure to do your research before committing to this method of energy saving. Take into account the price, the time it will take to see the return on your investment and also how much will the type of insulation disrupt your living arrangement?

If you would like a free consultation with one of our surveyors, you can call us on (01) 8021800 or email us at info@harvestenergy.ie to arrange a date to suit you.

Also make sure to check out our other blogs to see what information is relevant to you! 

D.I.Y Window Replacement

D.I.Y Window Replacement

Consider yourself a dabbler in the fine art of D.I.Y? Of course it's possible to complete the window replacement for your home yourself. Pay close attention to the following tips to get you on your way to saving on having a tradesman doing the job for you. Before prepping yourself for the task ahead, don't have the mindset that it's going to be a "walk in the park". Unless you're proficient, highly competent and have all the necessary and correct tools, undertaking this job can turn out to be a disaster and overall cost more than the initial price you've been quoted by a tradesman. 

The Supplier

First thing on the list is to find a potential supplier who will come out to your site and take measurements and jot down all the specifics you are looking (e.g frame colour, glass design, handles and colour etc.) Many surveyors offer this as a free service these days and don't require any confirmation that you are going to choose them as the supplier. The surveyor is there to advise you on what will look appropriate in your property and also answer any questions you may have about the products you wish to purchase.  The surveyor should also direct your attention to the issue of safety glass in certain openings and also the issue of ventilation and fire escapes.

The Little Things
A very necessary part of window fitting is the use of trims, packers, drips, sealants, filler, expanding foam, pvc cleaner etc. The supplier of your windows should have an abundance of these products stored in their warehouse and when purchasing the windows, it doesn't hurt to ask for a price on everything inclusive. Your supplier buys these products in at trade price and should save you marginally on each additional product you purchase from the supplier rather than a hardware store. When agreeing on all these extras, make no mistake in agreeing your price and ensure both parties understand what was agreed to.
*it helps to have the purchased products on a signed document.*

Things to consider when choosing a supplier:

• Don't buy from a supplier solely based on the price.
• Ensure a product guarantee/ after-sales service is an option before purchasing.
• Check if suppliers deliver to the address.
• Research into whether or not telephone support/ on-line support is available for if/when you encounter a problem.

Other points to consider when installing D.I.Y double glazing:

• Bay windows are tricky and should only be attempted by someone who has had previous experience fitting such a product. 
• Start your D.I.Y replacement by fitting a small window first, have confidence in what you're doing and ensure the window is level to the base. 
• When de-glazing glass units, never rest them on their edge or on a hard surface as they can crack easily
• If you do however crack a glass unit, don't make the decision to go ahead and glaze the window. Once a seal is broken on a glass unit, the energy efficiency of the glass unit is dramatically reduced and condensation will occur. 
• If you are fitting a window from the outside and need the use of a ladder, ensure it's secured firmly or even get someone to hold it for you.
• Always assess the work required in fitting each window before commencing work, analyse each decision you are about to make before doing anything. This will ensure no unnecessary work is involved and also minimizes the risk of damaging the window.

DIY does save you money, but if you do no have the confidence or skill set required to replace and install new windows, it's advised that you get help from the professionals.

To get a free consultation you can call us on (01) 8021800 or email us at info@harvestenergy.ie.