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The semi-detached home is the backbone of Britain’s housing stock, and a quintessential part of the streetscape in most villages, towns, and cities. Our beloved ‘semis’ come in many guises — from the characterful bay windows so common to Victorian semi-detached properties to the strong gables and rendered and mock timber-frame façades of the 1930s […]

Flat roof structures offer numerous advantages, from design and material options to cost. Flat roofs are exceedingly popular with those looking to create a cool, modern home. Flat roof options help to free up internal space and are often cheaper than pitched roof options as they require fewer materials to cover the same roof span. […]

Patios are a great addition to many people’s gardens and landscapes. Whether you have a small garden or a huge open space to play with, adding space for a patio can add character to your home and give yourself your own space for eating, drinking, and quality time with the family. For those looking to […]

Health and safety should be a priority for all tradesmen – but some trades need to put more effort into their health and safety training plan than others. If loft work or work in roof spaces is common in your trade, here are a few safety issues you need to consider. When carrying out any […]

During the winter months, many plants are dormant, meaning there's less weeding and watering to be done. If you're still looking for jobs to do then there are normally always fences to repair, wildlife shelters to build, and compost bins to maintain. Winter is also a good time of year for pruning roses and moving […]

Insulating your loft is a must for reducing the amount of heat you lose throughout the day while also keeping it cool in the hotter months and reducing your energy bills. If you’ve recently had a loft installed or had an area of your attic converted into a loft, then the next step once it’s […]

Ceiling designs are usually the last thing we think of when decorating our homes, but they can give a room a unique character that no amount of art or furniture can do. When most of us think about the ceiling for our homes, the thing that comes to our mind is white and flat. Some […]

Exploring the alternatives to gas boilers could potentially see you reduce your heating bills as well as your carbon footprint. While gas boilers are very much the heating system of choice for UK homes, we explore some of your other options. Heating our homes with gas central heating comes with a hefty price tag. According […]

Starting a home renovation project? – it’s really important to make sure you get the best bang for your buck! Whether you’re giving the kitchen a simple facelift or planning a big home extension, getting the best value all around is a must. Getting a quote from a builder (or two, or three builders!) is […]

Green homes grants that provide free vouchers that can be used to make energy-saving improvements to your home to schemes that can bring significant reductions to the cost of plug-in electric vehicles (EVs), there are plenty of green homes grants available for UK homeowners, landlords, and motorists. The good news is that there are, in […]