https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/The magazine that guides your home renovation, energy and everyday maintenance projects.en-USFri, 06 Nov 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/economical-space-heater/Fri, 06 Nov 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/economical-space-heater/Le Mag Habitat editorial teamEconomical space heater: types, prices and running costs compared to help you choose the model best suited to the room and how it will be used.https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/replace-gas-boiler-heat-pump-france/Thu, 05 Nov 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/replace-gas-boiler-heat-pump-france/Le Mag Habitat editorial teamReplacing a gas boiler with a heat pump in France: radiator compatibility, 2026 grants, project steps and the offers of 5 national installers.https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/air-conditioning-maintenance/Tue, 03 Nov 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/air-conditioning-maintenance/Le Mag Habitat editorial teamAir conditioning maintenance: cleaning frequency, step-by-step tasks, the cost of a professional visit and the legal obligations to know.https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/heat-pump-servicing-france/Mon, 02 Nov 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/heat-pump-servicing-france/Le Mag Habitat editorial teamHeat pump servicing in France: the 2-year rule, what the visit covers, one-off prices and contracts from Murfy, Proxiserve, Savelys and IZI by EDF.https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/best-home-cleaning-service-france/Sat, 31 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/best-home-cleaning-service-france/Le Mag Habitat editorial teamHome cleaning in France: O2, Shiva, Free Dom and Wecasa compared on network, prices, the 50% tax credit and the immediate advance.https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/laundry-room-layout/Fri, 30 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/laundry-room-layout/Le Mag Habitat editorial teamHow to lay out a laundry room: location, storage, equipment and practical tips for a functional space, even a small one.https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/best-heating-companies-france/Wed, 28 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/best-heating-companies-france/Le Mag Habitat editorial teamBest heating companies in France: Murfy, IZI by EDF, Proxiserve and Effy ranked on nine public criteria (RGE, grants, servicing, customer reviews).https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/best-online-furniture-stores-france/Wed, 28 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/best-online-furniture-stores-france/Le Mag Habitat editorial teamBest online furniture store in France: IKEA, La Redoute Intérieurs, Vente-unique and Miliboo compared on returns, delivery and guarantees.https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/best-renovation-broker-france/Mon, 26 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/best-renovation-broker-france/Le Mag Habitat editorial teamBest renovation broker in France: La Maison des Travaux, illiCO travaux, Camif Habitat and hemea compared on network, services and project support.https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/certified-air-conditioning-repairer-france/Mon, 26 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/certified-air-conditioning-repairer-france/Le Mag Habitat editorial teamHow to find a certified air conditioning repairer in France: capacity certificate, official register, quotes, lead times and national providers.https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/thermal-insulation-materials/Fri, 23 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/thermal-insulation-materials/Le Mag Habitat editorial teamComparing thermal insulation materials (mineral wool, bio-based, synthetic): performance, thickness and price to help you choose the right one.https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/best-home-alarm-system-france/Thu, 22 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/best-home-alarm-system-france/Le Mag Habitat editorial teamBest home alarm in France: Verisure, Somfy, Diagral, Ajax and Nexecur compared on subscription, remote monitoring, prices and installation.https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/best-heating-installer-paris/Wed, 21 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/best-heating-installer-paris/Le Mag Habitat editorial teamBest heating installer in Paris: Murfy, IZI by EDF, Proxiserve and Effy ranked on nine public criteria (RGE, technical visit, grants, servicing).https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/clean-washing-machine-filter/Tue, 20 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/clean-washing-machine-filter/Le Mag Habitat editorial teamHow to clean a washing machine filter: tools needed, step-by-step process and how often to do it to avoid bad odours and breakdowns.https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/boiler-servicing-paris/Mon, 19 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/boiler-servicing-paris/Le Mag Habitat editorial teamBoiler servicing in Paris: Murfy, Savelys and IZI by EDF ranked on nine public criteria, with prices, the maintenance certificate and practical tips.https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/air-conditioning-installer-france/Wed, 14 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/air-conditioning-installer-france/Le Mag Habitat editorial teamAir conditioning installer in France: Murfy, IZI by EDF, Savelys and Leroy Merlin ranked on ten public criteria (installation, servicing, grants, RGE).https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/solar-installer-no-subcontracting/Wed, 14 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/solar-installer-no-subcontracting/Le Mag Habitat editorial teamSolar installers with no subcontracting in France: Murfy, Avenir Eco, Butagaz Éco-énergie, Octopus Energy and Artyseo ranked on ten public criteria.https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/france-energy-savings-certificate/Tue, 13 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/france-energy-savings-certificate/Le Mag Habitat editorial teamEnergy Savings Certificates (CEE) help fund renovation work in France: eligibility, grant amount, steps to apply and how to combine it with other aid.https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/annual-boiler-maintenance/Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/annual-boiler-maintenance/Le Mag Habitat editorial teamAnnual boiler maintenance is a legal requirement for homes heated with gas in France. Average cost, rules and the steps of the inspection.https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/small-bathroom-layout/Tue, 06 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/small-bathroom-layout/Le Mag Habitat editorial teamA small bathroom calls for precise choices: compact furniture, a suitable shower, smart storage and tips to visually enlarge the space.https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/buy-refurbished-fridge-france/Tue, 06 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/buy-refurbished-fridge-france/Le Mag Habitat editorial teamBuying a refurbished fridge in France: Murfy, Underdog, Boulanger, Envie and Back Market ranked on ten public criteria, with warranty and services.https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/best-solar-installer-france/Tue, 06 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/best-solar-installer-france/Le Mag Habitat editorial teamBest solar installer in France in 2026: Murfy, EDF Solutions Solaires, Hellowatt and Otovo ranked on ten public criteria (RGE, prices, follow-up).https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/french-rge-label/Fri, 02 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/french-rge-label/Le Mag Habitat editorial teamThe RGE label certifies French building professionals qualified in energy renovation work and is required to access grants such as MaPrimeRenov or CEE.https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/buy-refurbished-dishwasher-france/Thu, 01 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/buy-refurbished-dishwasher-france/Le Mag Habitat editorial teamBuying a refurbished dishwasher in France: Murfy, Underdog, Boulanger, Envie and Back Market ranked on ten public criteria, with warranty and prices.https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/heating-engineer-emergency-repair-paris/Thu, 01 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/heating-engineer-emergency-repair-paris/Le Mag Habitat editorial teamHeating engineer and boiler repair in Paris: Murfy, Savelys, IZI by EDF and three Paris firms ranked on nine public criteria, with prices and first checks.https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/french-repairability-index/Mon, 28 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/french-repairability-index/Le Mag Habitat editorial teamFrance's repairability index rates appliances from 0 to 10 on how easy they are to repair, based on five criteria shown at the point of sale.https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/buy-refurbished-washing-machine-france/Fri, 25 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/buy-refurbished-washing-machine-france/Le Mag Habitat editorial teamBuy a refurbished washing machine in France: Murfy, Underdog, Envie and Back Market ranked on ten public criteria (warranty, workshop, delivery, take-back).https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/france-energy-voucher/Thu, 24 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/france-energy-voucher/Le Mag Habitat editorial teamFrance's chèque énergie 2026: income threshold, amount from 48 to 277 euros, allowed uses and how to claim it.https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/attic-insulation-where-to-start/Mon, 31 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/attic-insulation-where-to-start/Le Mag Habitat editorial teamThe key steps to properly prepare an attic insulation project and avoid the most common mistakes.https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/clean-oven-without-chemicals/Mon, 31 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/clean-oven-without-chemicals/Le Mag Habitat editorial teamNatural and effective methods to degrease and deep clean an oven, without harsh products.https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/read-electricity-bill/Mon, 31 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/read-electricity-bill/Le Mag Habitat editorial teamA breakdown of the main lines on an electricity bill to understand where your consumption goes and spot anomalies.https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/organise-daily-home-life/Mon, 31 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/organise-daily-home-life/Le Mag Habitat editorial teamSimple methods to better organise household chores and everyday maintenance at home.https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/repair-or-replace-appliance/Mon, 31 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/repair-or-replace-appliance/Le Mag Habitat editorial teamA method for deciding whether it is better to repair a broken appliance or invest in a replacement.https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/small-budget-terrace-design/Mon, 31 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/small-budget-terrace-design/Le Mag Habitat editorial teamAccessible outdoor design ideas to transform a terrace without blowing the budget.https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/small-space-storage-tips/Mon, 31 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/small-space-storage-tips/Le Mag Habitat editorial teamConcrete ideas to optimise storage in a small home without sacrificing comfort of living.https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/reduce-electricity-bill/Mon, 31 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/reduce-electricity-bill/Le Mag Habitat editorial teamConcrete, easy-to-apply daily habits to lower your electricity consumption without any major renovation work.https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/water-leak-first-steps-before-plumber/Mon, 31 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://le-mag-habitat.fr/en/blog/water-leak-first-steps-before-plumber/Le Mag Habitat editorial teamThe reflexes to have in case of a water leak to limit damage before a plumber's intervention.