Summer in Victoria can make your house feel like a personal sauna, or like your auditioning for Game of Thrones in winter. What if there was a way to make your home feel comfier without sending your power bill into orbit? Enter- the new Victorian insulation scheme. What is the New Victorian Insulation Scheme? This isn’t some shady deal, or … Read More
What Ceiling Spaces Are Eligible for VEU Insulation?
(Spoiler: Not All Roofs Make the Cut) Before you start picturing the ultimate cosy, and perfectly insulated home with the new VEU scheme, let’s check if your home qualifies. Because unfortunately, not all ceiling spaces are eligible under the VEU scheme. The Two Types of Eligible Ceilings (In October 2026) 1. Completely Uninsulated Ceilings No insulation at all? 👉 You’re … Read More
Stamp Duty & Shivering Homes: Why Aussies Deserve Better
If there’s one thing Aussies love to complain about, it’s the price of property. And sitting right at the top of that list? Stamp duty. It’s a tax that makes downsizing more difficult for older Australians; trapping them in big, draughty homes that cost a fortune to heat and cool. Many retirees are left clutching their power bills and wondering … Read More
Why Cold Air Sneaks Up Through Your Floor, And How Underfloor Insulation Stops It
You’re blissfully running the heater, wearing your oh so comfy Oodie, and suddenly the living room feels like a freezer. Your feet become chilled, the ceiling is warm, and your heater is doing an interpretive dance trying to keep up. What gives? Heat (and air) move in ways you don’t see, and your house is quietly playing the stack effect. … Read More
Updated Renter Requirements: What Landlords & Tenants Need to Know
Ah, renting in Australia…. For renters and tenants, it’s a rollercoaster of open inspections, dodgy “studio apartments” with no windows, and the eternal battle of trying to keep cool in summer without sending your power bill into the stratosphere. For landlords, it’s about keeping properties competitive, compliant, and appealing in a market that’s become more regulated than ever. Enter… Updated … Read More
What Do Star Ratings Mean for Your Home? A ThermaHome Explainer
Ever wondered why homes talk in stars? No, not the Hollywood kind, but the kind that tells you if your home is a cosy nest or a money-guzzling icebox. Let’s dive into the world of NatHERS star ratings. What Are NatHERS Star Ratings? The Nationwide House Energy Rating Scheme (NatHERS) hands out star ratings (between 0 and 10) to inform … Read More
Can Insulation Get Mould? (How to Stop Mould It Before It Stops You)
Let’s be honest, no one wakes up in the morning thinking about mould. Until, of course, it shows up uninvited, lurking in the corners of your home like that one friend who “just popped by” and overstays their welcome. But here’s the real kicker: mould doesn’t just cling to your bathroom tiles or under the sink. If the conditions are … Read More