In everyday speech, many people would refer to a plumber as the person they would call to fix their leaking taps, service their boiler and fit a new bathroom; however, there is a significant difference between plumbers and heating engineers: only heating engineers can work on gas appliances and installations. Image Credit What is a […]
Cats intrigue many people with their curious and cunning ways. They have become one of the most popular pets for animal lovers and offer companionship. Pet owners love their cats, so what better way to show them you care than by giving them the perfect gift? Here are some perfect gifts for every cat lover. […]
On the 1st of June 2019, the Government introduced the Tenants Fees Act in England which puts a limit on tenancy deposits paid by tenants to private landlords and bans most letting fees. Image Credit Whilst this is good news for tenants, this has not been good for landlords! Rising costs The cost of credit […]
You know your room needs shelving to help store your goods or belongings, but there is still a range of factors to consider before you can make a final choice. The right shelving will be ideally suited to your room, making the best use of the space and keeping your stored items safe. Image Credit […]
Winter is truly a festive season with multiple holidays taking place in the colder months, the biggest – of course – being Christmas. In recent years, Christmas has seen a rise in popularity that could be described as almost cult-like, with people decorating their homes and putting up their trees as early as October so […]
Regardless of your financial status or situation, good financial advice at key stages of your life can be a worthwhile investment. However, many people may be reluctant to take on financial advice because of the costs involved, or they just think that it is simply too intimidating. Image Credit The benefits of financial advice Financial […]
It’s typical that most women would describe the men in their life as ‘hard to buy for’, it seems like a never ending battle trying to think of presents that aren’t Lynx gift sets or socks, and if you try and find out clues of what they’d like… they typically reply back with a shrug. […]
When you’re looking for a house, the first two things to check are the foundations and the roof. Why? – because they are the most expensive to fix. Of the two, the roof is most likely to give you problems. Image Credit Roof problems can develop at any time. A gust of wind, traffic vibration […]
A conservatory is a beautiful addition to the home, offering a warm, sunny and inviting space for relaxing and entertaining – at least during the summer months. But thanks to the vagaries of the British weather, conservatory owners can expect plenty of cold and rainy days too, during which they’ll find that their cosy conservatory […]
Aesthetics in the housing market are to be prioritized by the government, with a focus on retail parks, high streets and housing estates. The Building Better, Building Beautiful Commission intends to enshrine concepts of ‘beauty’ within the UK’s planning system, and has published a report entitled ‘Creating Space for Beauty’ outlining the proposed changes. Image […]