Homes & Gardens

The garden is most popular renovation space for South West homeowners

Following a survey indicating that an increased number of people chose to carry out renovations in their homes in 2022, with outdoor areas being the most popular for spend in the South West, RGB Building Supplies is giving advice on budget-friendly improvements people can make in their gardens this spring.

The research, carried out by consumer spending experts at money.co.uk for its...

MDF vs HDF: Key Differences and Uses

What’s the difference between medium density fibreboard and high density fibreboard, and what should you use each for in your DIY home improvement? Here’s everything you need to know about the key differences between MDF and HDF.

MDF: The basics

MDF , also known as medium-density fibreboard, is a material made from compressing wood fibres, wax, and a resin adhesive under high heat...

remortgage and buy-to-let investors that have seen the largest uptick in activity in a cooling market

Remortgagers & buy-to-let investors bring boost to lending

The latest market analysis by specialist property lending experts, Octane Capital , has shown that while home movers remained the most prominent category within residential mortgage lending space over the last year, it’s remortgage and buy-to-let investors that have seen the largest uptick in activity in a cooling market .

Octane Capital analysed the latest Bank of England data,...

Widespread reports of a house price slowdown have hit the headlines in recent weeks

Estate agents reveal most important assets in cooling market conditions

Nested , the modern estate agent, has revealed that despite a love-hate relationship, the nation’s estate agents believe the property portals are their most important digital asset, while their staff carry the greatest importance of all physical assets.

Widespread reports of a house price slowdown have hit the headlines in recent weeks and Nested has revealed that when contemplating...

Moving Home? 5 Things you Will Need to Maximise Success on the Day

Moving homes can be a daunting and very stressful task, even if you have moved home a few times in your life. In preparation for the big day, there are many parts of the process that you need to consider and prepare for, especially if you have children! Irrespective of how far you are relocating, there are certain items that are essential to have in order to ensure a smooth and stress-free...

2 Dos and Don’ts of Flood Damage Restoration

Once flooding has hit your home, there’s a right and wrong way to address the situation. Mishandling the flood damage restoration process can lead to structural damage and mold growth. However, when you follow the correct steps and seek help from flood damage specialists, you can restore your home back to its previous glory. And that’s what this post is all about.

In the next few...

How to Choose a Plumbing Service Provider

Although you may not give it much thought, plumbing is one of your home's essential systems. It provides fresh water on demand while simultaneously removing wastewater. However, plumbing problems are inevitable since it’s often overlooked or neglected.

Generally, wear and tear, aging, and lack of maintenance can all lead to plumbing issues. It’s also possible that most homeowners may...

2023 is going to be the year gardeners focus on smart gardening

2023 set to be the year for smart gardens

2023 is going to be the year gardeners focus on smart gardening, sustainability and creating an outdoor space where they can escape into nature.

Teaming up with garden experts, shed manufacturers Power Sheds , has revealed the popular trends expected to transform gardens in 2023.

Here are the top five predicted trends:

1. Smart gardening

Smart gardening is...

How have properties become more energy efficient?

Energy efficiency – it’s been on the tip of everyone’s tongues, particularly in light of discussions around climate change and the cost of living crisis. But where are we now and how have we got here? Do we know what’s to come? Here, we discuss all of these things.

How far has energy efficiency in properties come?

Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) are used to determine...

Cleaning for Cleaners: 3 Tips to Keep in Mind

The very idea of spending time pre-cleaning before the arrival of professional cleaners might seem like a fad. Indeed, why should anyone, who’s paying their money for a certain job, actually do part of this job? After all, if you’re determined to clean or declutter your space, why bother hiring cleaners, then? Still, those who regularly use cleaning services will understand stress some people...

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