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Condensation & Damp

by Susie Ellis | Apr 11, 2022 | tips

Condensation & Damp The tell-tale signs of condensation damp are wet walls and windows; a musty smell; creeping black mould; peeling wallpaper &/or flaky plaster. It can wreak havoc & even trigger health issues if left unchecked but, fortunately, there are...

40 Year Fixed Rate Mortgage?

by Susie Ellis | Mar 17, 2022 | costs & fees

40 Year Fixed Rate Mortgage? In a surprise move a specialist mortgage company in the UK has just launched a 40-year fixed rate mortgage deal! This means that borrowers will pay the same instalment rate for up to four decades. The rate will not change even if the Bank...

How to Choose a Shower Tray

by Susie Ellis | Feb 27, 2022 | bathroom

How to Choose a Shower Tray Stand alone shower trays come in a great range of shapes and materials so choosing one can be a challenge. The main things to consider are the structure of the floor & the size of the room. Then consider whether this is for your...

Do I Need an Architect?

by Susie Ellis | Jan 22, 2022 | costs & fees

Do I Need an Architect? Depending on the complexity of your renovation you may not need an architect at all. In the UK one can put in a rough drawing for the Planners to approve & then you would just need a capable builder to interpret it into building materials,...

Heat Pumps

by Susie Ellis | Dec 15, 2021 | heating

Heat Pumps a greener alternative to a traditional boiler… The pressure is on to find more eco-friendly ways to fuel the heating and hot water systems in our homes. New gas boilers are set to be banned from the 2035 & no newly built homes will be connected to the...