For a while, I thought we’d managed to get away with it. A whole year with no winter! It seemed so easy - just endure 6 months of boring old autumn, then skip off early for a cheeky spring. Sadly, it seems winter was just running late. As a thrifty spender, winter means more than just big coats … [Read more...]
Property Maintenance - Tips for Keeping Your Home in Top Condition
Our home is likely to be the biggest purchase we ever make. It makes sense that we want to keep it in top condition and presented well to others. If a house falls badly into disrepair, the value will be lowered because of the renovations that a new owner will need to undertake. Keeping it looking … [Read more...]
Essential External Home Repairs for the DIY Enthusiast
A great deal of money is saved these days, by people who are choosing to carry out repairs to their homes themselves, rather than calling in a contractor. DIY has become big business for the chains of stores that supply materials and tools for these projects, adding hundreds of millions of pounds to … [Read more...]
Identification, Causes and Cures for Rising Damp
Have you noticed recently that your paint has started to bubble and peel in the corner of your room or your wallpaper just will not keep adhered to the wall in one particular spot? Maybe you have noticed a musty smell that just will not go away. Rising damp could well be the cause of your … [Read more...]
How to Clean and Maintain Cast Iron Gutters
Cast iron guttering is very popular, particularly for its endurance and traditional appearance. Older houses often have cast iron gutters, and will need painting every now and again as opposed to plastic or PVC gutters and downpipes. If cast iron gutters are maintained and cleaned properly and … [Read more...]
DIY Winter Home Maintenance
A little bit of home maintenance before winter sets in can save a lot of unnecessary repair costs so its worth spending a few hours checking over your home to see if anything requires attention. Outside the home : - Remove all debris and leaves from gutters, downspouts and grids. Check … [Read more...]
How to Look After Decking
Decking has become very popular in the last few years, it is a great way to make use of areas of the garden that wouldn't normally be used on a regular basis. Decking can be custom built to suit your property and the surrounding garden, it can be used for entertaining, dining or sunbathing, and of … [Read more...]
