Choose a Solar Company with Care

It's not hard to find a solar company that suits your needs. Do you have any suggestions? Installing solar panels is a daunting task, especially if you've never dealt with a solar firm before. Solar technology is new to many people; therefore, they are apprehensive about hiring a solar installation. Almost everyone may have had to call an electrician at some time, but solar... that's something that most people have never had to experience. How can you tell the difference between a good and terrible solar installer? What are the questions you should have, and how do you approach them?

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You don't have to be terrified! A solar contractor may be hired in much the same manner as any other kind of contractor for a home improvement project. As long as you do your research and ask the correct questions, you won't have any problems with solar power installation. This guide is here to assist. Using these guidelines can help you make an informed decision.

Get into the correct mentality

There are many individuals who have hired a plumber or electrician to handle minor home repairs or significant renovations. Most individuals, however, have never worked with solar power. Where to begin? In the end, it's just as time-consuming as redesigning your kitchen or hiring an electrician or plumber. So you'll have to put in a little effort, but it's not really too difficult. In general, hiring NRG Clean Solar Power is like hiring any other service provider: conduct your homework on the firm, and know what you're purchasing. You'll have to make some selections as you go. You'll want to see the contractor face-to-face and bring a list of questions with you so that you don't forget anything.

Look into their credibility and reputation

The easiest approach to determine a solar company's reputation is to chat with past clients or look at examples of their prior work. If that isn't an option, it's crucial to look online for trustworthy solar evaluations. Solar business evaluations from previous customers are a great method to determine the quality of a firm's work. Customers' ratings and reviews may serve as a useful reflection of your business's target audience. Ratings and reviews may tell you whether your installer is behaving in an unprofessional way. A pattern of client complaints may be a sign that you need to find a new installation company.

Inquire about their warranty and upkeep records for solar panels

Having a workmanship guarantee will cover any issues that may develop as a result of the incorrect installation. In the event that a panel comes free, the craftsmanship warranty will pay for the repair. These warranties, which may last anywhere from one year to twenty-five, are provided by contractors in a variety of lengths. Extending your warranty with a new, unproven company should be avoided. In order to complete a deal, they may provide a 10- or 25-year warranty. No one can say for sure whether or not the promise of action will be kept. The first step in determining whether a firm has a proven track record in the solar sector is to verify if they provide an extended warranty. They should be able to honour their warranty for the next 20 years.

It's the job of the solar installer to handle all of this, so the homeowner doesn't have to. However, there are endless possibilities for a provider to make a mistake due to the intricate process taking place behind the scenes. A company's low costs should prompt you to wonder whether they're taking shortcuts.

In collaboration with NRG Clean Solar Power

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Liberty London Me, My Scent And I Fragrance Discovery Kit

I absolutely love fragrances and I really like to try something new in surroundings that I frequent rather than in a department store or shop. So, I am a really big fan of fragrance discovery kits, quite a few brands do them and it is a great way to discover something something new. The latest launch comes from Liberty London with the Me, My Scent And I Fragrance Discovery Kit.

Beautifully presented in a box featuring the Liberty Fabrics’ Lee Manor print, the Me, My Scent And I Kit features five discovery size scents worth £172 and is on sale for just £75. 

Curated by our in-house beauty experts in celebration of Fragrance Week, this coveted kit brings together bestselling scents from top fragrance houses including Sana Jardin, D.S. & Durga and Byredo. Housed in a signature purple box, dressed in Liberty Fabrics’ Lee Manor print, this unbeatable kit makes the ultimate gift for any fragrance fanatic – or a well-deserved treat for yourself.

I’m already a fan of Sana Jardin scents and have one coming to my blog very soon, but this collection of fragrances features some very much loved brands.

Contents

• Escentric Molecules Molecule 05 Eau de Toilette 30ml
• Ellis Brooklyn Salt Eau de Parfum Travel Spray 10ml
• Sana Jardin Tiger By Her Side Eau de Parfum No. 2 10ml
• D.S. & Durga Debaser Eau de Parfum 10ml
• Byredo Gypsy Water Roll-On Perfume Oil 7.5ml

For me, this is an incredible discovery collection and I really love that it features Gypsy Water by Byredo which is the most stunning of fragrances and then a brand that I absolutely also adore - Escentric Molecules.

You can find the Liberty London Me, My Scent And I Fragrance Discovery Kit on sale right now.

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Murad City Skin Age Defense SPF50 PA ++++

This must be my third bottle of Murad City Skin since I was introduced to it back in 2020 and it has been one of those products that I simply cannot be without.  Sun cream, lotion call it what you will, is one of those products that for the face, divides opinion.  For me, if it is too thick then it is a no, if it leaves my skin with a white cast, then it is also a no and the same goes for leaving me with greasy, tacky and irritated.  For my face, I can count on one hand which brands I will use.  This is one of them.

The Murad City Skin Age Defense is a mineral, broad spectrum SPF50 PA+++ sunscreen which is suitable for all skin types including those which are sensitive and oily. I sit within the combination-oil category but with dry patches of skin, so come the afternoon, I can be quite shiny, so I need a product which doesn't slide off as soon as it is applied or re-applied.

Packaged in a handy bottle with a nozzle applicator, the sunscreen from Murad was not as I was expecting it to be. It has a slight pinky-beige colour, which doesn't transfer to the skin when applied, rather than being bright white and for me, it is just a dream to use.  Coming from Murad, it is of course more than just a sunscreen, it also works to colour correct and even your skin tone with no ashy residue left behind.

It also helps shield your skin against multiple types of light damage—whether indoor blue light from screens or outdoor UVA and UVB and as well as being a 100% mineral sunscreen, it has some pretty impressive ingredients within the list which include:

• Luetin - this is an antioxidant which comes from Marigold flowers and it helps to defend against blue light
• Iron Oxides - to help protect against infrared radiation

Added to these two you also get the usual Zinc Oxide and Titanium Dioxide which provide the mineral broad spectrum UVA/UVB protection, but even more interesting is the inclusion of a polymer matrix that is said to help prevent the adhesion and penetration of toxins to help defend the skin from these common aggressors found in modern life - pollution, infra-red radiation and blue light - so it works perfectly in tandem with other ingredients within this sunscreen.

For me, I adore the lightweight texture when it is applied to my skin, more so because it is going onto my face, I really don’t like overly thick sunscreens which leave your skin just feeling heavy with products. With Murad City Skin, you don’t get that at all, you don’t even know it has been applied and there is no scent either.

Priced at £60 for 50ml does put this product on the pricier side of sunscreen but, it is worth every single penny when it’s a product that lasts for a good length of time, it is easy to wear every single day, it has an amazing texture and is 100% mineral broad spectrum PA++++ and SPF 50.

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Fall In Love with Your Morning Routine

There’s something magical about mornings. And hear me out, before all of you groggy night owls roll your eyes! The special thing about mornings is that they’re like a big fat reset button. It’s your chance to stop the negative thought cycles you were stuck in the night before. You have the opportunity to reorient yourself to what’s really important.

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We can wake up and set the narrative for how things are going to go. And oftentimes (in definitely a good AND bad way!), how we feel in the morning sets the tone for the rest of the day. So if we can set ourselves up with a healing, calming, and focused morning routine, it’s a safe bet our days will go much smoother. A good day can turn into a good life, because every small step matters. 

Let’s go over the key components that make for a magical morning routine, and some ideas for each to jumpstart a new approach you’ll be in love with. Think of your ideal routine as a mix-and-match opportunity to craft the kind of morning that works best for you personally. If you’re struggling to find ideas that work for you, be sure to read some of the articles available on BetterHelp.

Gratitude & And a Calm Mind

It’s so important to wake up and set the mental tone for the day. Put yourself into a good headspace. We all know the feeling of waking up on the wrong side of the bed, so to speak. We maybe had a bad dream, or went to bed upset the night before, and feel that bad energy carrying over into the next day. The morning is your best opportunity to stop the cycle before it moves forward.

Having a small gratitude practice in the morning can put you in the right state of mind. All it takes is sitting up in bed and listing three things you’re thankful for in your mind. Even better, jot them down in a little bed-side notebook before you leave bed.

A clear, relaxed mind that’s free of racing thoughts is also very beneficial. Before jumping straight into comparison mode, planning mode, or social media mode, give yourself breathing room from your phone. If possible, don’t look through it for the first 15 minutes of your day. Don’t check socials, or texts, or emails. Just breathe, do some gratitude journaling, read a few pages of a book, or brew a coffee. 

A Tension-Free, Pampered Body

These two simple but effective things will transform your morning:

• A personal hygiene routine that you don’t have to think about.
• A 5 or 10-minute stretching session to release your tight muscles.

When we wake up, we often feel tight, tense, or even sore. And we probably have bad breath, sweat, or just feel generally icky. Releasing the tension in our muscles and cleaning ourselves can make all the difference for our motivation and peace of mind.

Stretching for 5 to 10 minutes in the morning after getting out of bed is very underrated. We’ve been laying in awkward positions for 8 hours, and our muscles and joints need a chance to stretch out and release tension. When our bodies move more fluidly, we just feel better, plain and simple. 

It’s useful to have a go-to personal hygiene routine you can do mindlessly, so you can remove the factors of decision-making and motivation. Brush your teeth, hop in the shower, wash your face with a gentle cleanser, moisturize, and put on deodorant. Make it simple, something you can replicate every single morning. 

Prepared, Focused, Ready for Success

After you’ve stretched, spent some time away from your phone, and taken care of your hygiene, it’s time to look forward to what the day has in store. Figuring out concrete to-do tasks for the day and ironing out the details of your schedule will make you feel more level-headed, less frazzled, and more focused. 

One of the best ways to get oriented to your goals is writing a quick handwritten to-do list in a notebook or sticky note. Check your digital calendar as well. A very useful idea is to write down the HIGHLIGHT of the day, which is the #1 goal you absolutely know you have to/want to accomplish that day.

Want one more tip for success? Spend about 30 minutes working on basic administrative tasks in your life before the workday begins – send out emails, add things to your calendar, or make a phone call. These basic preliminary tasks can make you feel more prepared for the bigger things coming up in the day.

Marie Miguel has been a writing and research expert for nearly a decade, covering a variety of health- related topics. Currently, she is contributing to the expansion and growth of a free online mental health resource with BetterHelp.com. With an interest and dedication to addressing stigmas associated with mental health, she continues to specifically target subjects related to anxiety and depression.

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