BUWOG is the only company in the Austrian real estate sector that’s a member of the klimaaktiv pact. Thus for us, it obviously makes sense to support “Mission 11”, an energy-saving campaign of the Federal Ministry for Climate Protection, Environment, Energy, Mobility, Innovation and Technology. In this article, we present valuable tips on how you can reduce the costs of your energy bill.

Most people can hardly wait to move into their new apartment. Before the move can get underway, the new place must be thoroughly inspected during the handover. But what do you have to look out for? And how should the old apartment be left? To avoid unnecessary conflicts and problems, we’ve gathered the most important information.

Mould in the apartment should be swiftly removed because it is harmful to health and can damage the building. Reasons for the occurrence of mould can be building defects, insufficient heating or incorrect ventilation. The problem should be tackled, particularly in the cold season. Here is the most important information concerning potential causes, what is important for professional removal and how to minimise the risk of infestation.

Winter’s long upon us, and given the rising energy prices, many people are rightly asking themselves how to heat their home or apartment as efficiently as possible. It’s not just about saving costs. Often with even minor optimisations, proper heating allows us to significantly reduce our CO2 emissions and help protect the climate.