A staggering 94% of all landlords who rent property in the UK are private, according to the English Private Landlord Survey 2018. While …
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During a hot Summer, heating your home is unlikely to be on your mind, it though is the right time …
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Not so long ago, buying a light bulb was easy. In the UK, most used a bayonet fitting, you chose …
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Being away from you house at any time during winter can cause problems with your home’s plumbing and central heating …
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The Vyne, a 500 year old National Trust property near Basingstoke in Hampshire is having it’s roof repaired. It’s quite …
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With Winter approaching, it’s worth taking some time to see if you can make your home more energy-efficient. Although energy prices …
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Here are some easy ways to make your home more secure. Doors Statistics show that two thirds of burglars gain …
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Breathing, the washing and drying of clothes and cooking all produce water vapour. Dampness due to structural issues such as …
Read More »Declutter your home
Over time we all collect clutter, here are some top tips for giving your home a declutter Pretend that you’re …
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In 2015, we recycled 44.3% of household waste, sadly this is down from 44.9% in 2014. The EU target for …
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