During the summer months, it’s a great time to take full advantage of the hot weather. No-one wants to be stuck inside with nothing to do, so we’ve put together some tips on how you can transform your garden or yard area for sport, whilst keeping kids busy until it's time to get back to school.
Wherever possible you will want to save money on your renovation. The rewards are huge but it can place a huge strain on your finances in the process. With so much to consider, costs can become unmanageable without clear organisation and planning. Taking care of your budget will be central to the success of the project. If you want to know how to...
When constructing a home, rendering your walls is often part of the process that is overlooked or not taken as seriously as it should be. We’re here to explain what exactly is meant by rendering a wall and why it is extremely important to do it.
Installing a screed layer on a floor in your home can often be a difficult task without any experience of doing the job previously. It can also be tough to know exactly what tools you will need if you have indeed decided to do it yourself. We've put together a great guide on how to do it.
As a home owner, it’s important to check the insulation in your property on a pretty regular basis. It can be a crucial aspect of living a comfortable life that is often overlooked. Check out our guide on the steps you need to take.
The current housing shortage means that the UK needs to build 240,000-300,000 new homes annually until 2025. As the industry is only currently managing to build 190,000 houses per year because of the cost of building homes and declining number of skilled workers, modular homes could offer a solution. Modular homes are built in factories away from the site where...
Many energy customers frequently find themselves looking for new ways to reduce their gas and electricity bills, whilst making attempts to cut down their carbon footprint. It’s easier than you might think to reduce your energy usage, and just a few simple changes can make a substantial difference, including using products with high energy ratings that tell you how energy-efficient...
Living off-grid saves 90% of energy and water usage compared to normal homes 75,000 people are now living off-grid in the UK Going off-grid could save up to £990.80 a year in utilities alone The Benefits of an Off-Grid Lifestyle More people are choosing this lifestyle than ever before. In the UK alone, it is thought that 75,000 people...
As the UK begins to reopen safely, you may be looking at the housing market for your next move. For many, this will mean a fresh start in a new city. Therefore, we took a look through the important data to determine that Plymouth is the safest major city in England and Wales, judging by eight factors. These major...
