Recent Articles in Renovating property checklists

Government under pressure to act on fire safety
Sep 14, 2017

is uppermost in many people’s minds following the horrific events at Grenfell Tower in London this summer, when more than 80 people died.

How can homeowners increase the value of their property with a simple lick of paint?
Jul 5, 2017

According to new research by Dulux Weathershield, one in three Brits are happy to pay up to 25% more for a place with a well maintained garden, clean windows and that all-important freshly painted door - what about you?

Loft conversions: top five essential considerations
Mar 1, 2017

The conversion of an attic from a dusty space for storing 20-year-old knick-knacks into a bedroom or other liveable space is one of the most popular methods of increasing space and adding value to a property but is it right for you?

10 steps to dropping a kerb
Feb 20, 2017

The huge growth in demand for off-street parking has seen more and more people drop kerbs to create car standing at the front of their properties.

Can we really build flood-resistant homes?
Dec 5, 2016

Today marks the anniversary of Storm Desmond and the experts have said that last year's flooding was “the most extreme on record” with November to January the being wettest in history. So, with flooding back in the news, it's time to look at what's being done to protect our properties against against the damage it can cause.