What our guides are (and aren't)

Not professional advice

Bristol Retrofit is an editorial site, not a professional advisory service. We publish research and guidance to help you understand retrofit options, costs, grants and regulations, but we do not offer advice tailored to your specific property, financial situation, or circumstances.

Before making decisions about solar panels, insulation, glazing, or applying for grants, you should get professional advice from a qualified surveyor, retrofit assessor, or installer. For tax or financial questions, speak to a qualified adviser.

AI disclosure

Articles on Bristol Retrofit are AI-researched and human-reviewed. We use AI tools (currently Claude by Anthropic) to gather data from primary sources, cross-reference figures, and draft initial content. Every article is then reviewed, fact-checked, and edited by a human before publication. We do not auto-publish AI-generated content.

Accuracy and updates

We cite primary sources for every factual claim and aim to keep articles up to date. However, grant schemes, energy prices, and regulations change. While we make reasonable efforts to maintain accuracy, we cannot guarantee that every figure is current at the time you read it. Always check the original source (linked in the article) or the official scheme page before relying on a figure.

No installer endorsements

We do not recommend specific installers, manufacturers, or suppliers. Where we mention installer certifications (such as MCS), this is for informational context only. We do not accept payment for placements or run affiliate links to installers.

Limitation of liability

Bristol Retrofit is provided "as is" without warranty of any kind. We are not liable for any loss or damage arising from your use of this site, reliance on its content, or decisions made based on information published here. This includes, but is not limited to, financial loss, property damage, or consequential loss.

External links

We link to primary sources (gov.uk, Ofgem, Bristol City Council, MCS, etc.) to support our research. We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or availability of external sites. Links are provided for reference only and do not imply endorsement.

If you have questions about this disclaimer, email [email protected].