February each year is LGBT+ History Month, with events throughout the month that help to increase the visibility of LGBT+ people, history, and lived experiences. Bron Afon prides itself on acceptance, equality, and diversity and that is exactly the reason we show our support for Pride LBGT+ History month. You’ll notice we’ve updated our company […]
Boiler & Gas maintenance
Every year our trained engineers carry out 1000s of gas safety inspections. We carry out an annual gas safety inspection to check your appliances are safe and working. The team have changed how the work to make sure they can do this essential job for you during Covid-19 restrictions while keeping you and them safe. […]
What is radon?
Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas, produced by rocks, such as granite, deep in the ground. It can seep up through the soil and find its way into your home. You cannot see or smell radon, but if there is high percentage of it in your home, it could affect your health. Some parts […]
Fire Safety
Watch some of these videos, follow our simple tips and download the information booklets for advice on how you can reduce the chances of a fire starting in your home. If you have any questions about fire safety in your home please contact us. Cooking safely is not ‘just child’s play’ More than 50% of […]
What is asbestos?
Asbestos is the name given to a group of naturally occurring fibrous minerals. Due to its strength and fire resistance, asbestos was used in a wide range of building materials and products between the 1930s and the mid-1980s. If your home was built or refurbished during this time, it may contain some form of asbestos. […]
Rent Support & Advice 2023
We recognise that this is a financially difficult time for everyone and our increase is below the current rate of inflation. Our rent increase this year is 6.5% from April 2023 in line with Welsh Government Policy. We have also used our rent policy to work out what you should pay. You will see an […]
Winter Fuel Support Scheme
As part of a support package of over £50m to address immediate pressures on living costs Welsh Government has made available over £38 million through a Winter Fuel Support Scheme. Applications for the Winter fuel support scheme are open until 13th January 2022. Eligible households can claim a one-off £100 payment to provide support towards […]
Support your local zero waste shop!
You may already know the brilliant Lauren Morse from Cwmbran. She has promoted the benefit of living a more sustainable and environmentally friendly lifestyle for some time. Lauren started out with a refill station in her garden shed, which became so popular that she soon needed larger premises. She noticed we were advertising the former tattoo […]
Could you pay less for your water?
Welsh Water decides the increase in your water and sewage charge. Contract holders who currently receive HelpU will pay £4.71 Contract holders who currently receive Water Assist will pay £7.48 If you earn less than £15,500 and claim a means-tested benefit then you may be able to get a deduction on your water rates. Visit […]
We’re removing trees affected by ash dieback
Have you heard of Ash Dieback? It’s a highly destructive fungal ash tree disease that causes leaf loss and canopy decline and in some cases, causes the trees to die. There is no evidence that ash dieback affects animal or human health but it has the potential to kill over 80% of British ash trees. This […]