Energy Performance Certificates (EPC) are a legal requirement for anyone building, selling or renting a property (with some exceptions). However, beyond simply being a necessity, they are actually very useful to help you understand how energy efficient your home is and what can be improved on. The certificates show clear action points, broken down into … Read more
Most people find moving stressful. It takes time, money and energy. There are often mixed emotions and always plenty of practical considerations. Whether you are single, a couple, or a family of any size, there are ways to minimise the stress involved with moving…. Consider Costs Moving home can be very expensive, so taking into … Read more
Do you have sash windows? If so, you might find it useful to know when they need service or repair. Here are five ways to tell… 1. The joints on your lower sashes When considering the structural condition of sash windows, the first place to look is outside. Almost all wear and tare occurs externally. … Read more
Clothing for big and tall men is potentially frustrating. If you know someone who wears big and tall sizes, you’ll need to consider several factors. For instance, he might be tall, but he’s not big. Or it might be the other way around. On top of those problems, you might find a big and tall … Read more
You never what is going to happen in the future. And that is especially the case in the home. There are lots of faults that could occur to the various systems in a property, and these could end up being very expensive to get fixed. Plus, small accidents could leave some furniture and other items … Read more
As I have mentioned in previous posts, my grandad died last year. This certainly isn’t the first close family bereavement I have had; my other three grandparents have also passed, and my mum died back when I was just 21, so around 18 years ago now. However, this time was different. My brother and I … Read more
Boom25.com is a shopping site with a difference. When you purchase from particpating online stores via the website or app, you are in with a chance of winning your cash back! The way it works is very simple; the site gets commission for every sale made, and it uses some of that to offer prizes; … Read more
A couple of weeks ago I was invited along to City Spice in Brick Lane, London, to review their new vegan menu. As most of my readers will probably know, I am a vegetarian who regularly enjoys vegan food, and I took along with a friend who is vegan. About City Spice City Spice is … Read more
Working on a property project can be very exciting, especially if you love DIY and styling your home. So when you’ve got a rundown property, here are a few ways to upgrade and improve it… Set Yourself A Budget & Time Scale Firstly you want to go about setting a budget for the project. Whether … Read more