How to avoid hiring unscrupulous tradespeople in France
Owning a home in France is an absolute dream for many. And with a French home comes expense, as French homes differ in many ways from what we are used…
Understanding the Attestation de TVA simplifiée
In the building sector, there are certain works that can benefit from a reduced rate of TVA of 10% and 5.5%. In order for these rates to be granted to…
Selling a Second Property in France: Restrictions on Offsetting Costs of Works and Improvements
Introduction: When selling a second property in France, it is important to be aware of the regulations surrounding the offsetting of works and improvements carried out on the property. In…
How to create your MaPrimeRénov dossier
So, you’re all clued up on what MaPrimeRénov is (No? Go and read our previous blog, pronto!), and it sounds like you stand to gain a significant amount of financial…
MaPrimeRenov: the energy efficiency grant for French Residents
MaPrimeRenov is a grant made up of several parts - some funded by the government and managed by the organisation L’Anah, and some funded by fuel suppliers such as EDF - and it now replaces the Credit d’Impôts system for eco renovation reimbursement, which ended on 31 December 2020. It’s not actually a new thing; the government has simply opened the grant system (previously reserved for those with a very modest income) to everyone. They say it’s to boost the economy, improve the housing stock’s energy rating, and encourage the population to make changes to improve their energy consumption.
What is RT2020 and how will it affect you?
RT2020 is the latest update to a set of building regulations laid out by the French government to reduce carbon emissions. It builds on the concept of reducing energy waste, by incorporating new obligations to increase renewable energy production, too.
Essential home maintenance jobs for a cosy Winter ‘chez vous’
At Artisan Central, we’re all about prevention – getting on top of things now, so you can cosy up ‘chez vous’ throughout the Winter, knowing you've done everything you can to keep your home warm and safe.
The art of finding a tradesperson in France
Everything you need to know about finding a tradesperson in France, who you can trust, from what documents they should be able to show you before starting any work, to the final invoice.
What you need to know about CONSUEL
What does ‘CONSUEL’ mean? CONSUEL is the acronym for Comité National pour la Sécurité des Usagers de l’Électricité (which, for anyone still learning French, translates as ‘National Committee for the…
Everything you need to know about ‘affouage’
With wood burning appliances becoming more and more efficient, the ancient French tradition of ‘affouage’ – which gives individuals the right to gather wood from a local forest - is…