What makes a house a true home? Of course, to have a perfectly maintained garden, a dog running around, and a cozy spot next to the fireplace is the first thing that comes to mind. It does sound quite inviting. But that is just scratching the surface. Don’t get this the wrong way, everyone loves to be surrounded by nice things, but there is a special element that can create that homely feeling – and that is safety. A […]
Recent articles in the media and tragedies like the Grenfell Tower fire have raised concerns about building regulations across the UK. There have been calls for a government inquiry to be launched to update ‘Approved Document B’ after criticisms that the official government advice is not up to scratch and could put people in danger. For property investors, these headlines can be concerning, but it might actually be good news, with regulators tightening down on the safety of new […]
If you are a plumber, you might already be familiar with various insurance products which tend to be commonly recommended to people in various trades, not just plumbing. “Public liability insurance” and “employer’s liability insurance” are usually mentioned especially often.
However, as a plumber, you regularly take on risks that are unique to your trade. For this reason, it’s worth looking for an insurance policy that is dedicated to plumbers’ use.
As an employer, you would have this insurance obligation
Plumbers can […]
Home improvement undertakings provide you with many tips, suggestions, and ideas to transform your home exteriors and interiors with modern textures, colors, and styles. Ideally, this is a perfect opportunity for you to express yourself and to showcase your interests. Creativity is the key to exceptional home improvement. The more reason you need to let loose your aesthetic sense, intelligence, and imagination and come up with numerous ideas.
Admittedly, home remodeling is a big project for homeowners. It is crucial […]
Property has long been seen as a relatively safe bet when it comes to investment. While there have been some declines here and there over the years, the general trend in the property market is usually upwards – and that’s because ultimately there is always going to be a demand for places to live. Whether you go for a house or a flat, there are plenty of reasons to invest in property. This post will explain why property is […]
Wooden houses have become really popular in many parts of the world. Perhaps due to how economical, aesthetically flexible and environmentally friendly they are. But care needs to be taken in ensuring that serve their purpose and do not cost you a lot during repairs or renovation. If you already have a wooden house (or plan on building one), there are certain pros and cons to keep in mind – to enable you take full advantage of the structure […]
Wooden houses have become really popular in many parts of the world. Perhaps due to how economical, aesthetically flexible and environmentally friendly they are. But care needs to be taken in ensuring that serve their purpose and do not cost you a lot during repairs or renovation. If you already have a wooden house (or plan on building one), there are certain pros and cons to keep in mind – to enable you take full advantage of the structure […]
Are you thinking of selling your house? If so, you probably have a lot of things on your mind. You may still be looking for somewhere to move to and are busy organising the move itself. You may be cleaning or fixing up the place you’re selling in order to try and get a better price. One thing you really shouldn’t overlook is the need to get your home surveyed. In Scotland, most sellers are obliged to have this […]
I don’t think it would surprise anyone to hear that insulating your home is an excellent long-term investment. The damp and cold winters that are prevalent in the UK coupled with the materials used to build houses here – if you do not do something to keep the cold out, you’re asking for trouble!
Fortunately, there is a way to ease the burden so to speak, and that is through the use of insulation. There are actually several benefits if […]
Around two decades ago, school and college graduates would wrap up their courses and proceed head-first into full-time employment. Nowadays, it’s a very different picture. Data shows that between 1992 and 2016, the number of students in a full-time university education in the UK has almost doubled. With just 984,000 people studying in 90s, the student population reached 1.87 million in 2016 and has since risen further to a peak of approximately 2.3 million students.
The perfect recipe of affordable […]
