It is said that buying a house and moving house are some of the most stressful situations you might find yourself in. There are so many things that can happen and that you need to think about during this time and I thought it would be helpful to share some essential tips for moving house….
When you buy a house you never want it to decrease in value. Some increase can be caused by a shift in the market but there are things that you can do yourself to help to add to the value of your home. Fix structural issues Structural issues are something that might come up when…
When it comes to changing up rooms in your house the bathroom is one that people think has to cost a lot of money. Of course, there are big things to think about like boilers, baths and showers but you can do a bathroom makeover on a budget, without replacing any of these things. Change…
I think a lot of us will agree that cleaning is one of the least liked things about living in your home. The list needs never ending and there never seems to be enough time in the week to get everything done. If you are struggling to figure out how to fit everything in you…
Every day houses are being completed on brand new estates. A lot of the time, these houses can end up looking very similar to one another due to them being built to the same specifications. New builds tend to be very beige and ‘clean’ and lacking in personality. Here are some ideas for how to…
Spring can be a great time to really make a start on some jobs around the house. The weather is just starting to turn and doors and windows can be left open a little longer than normal, meaning everything seems fresher and cleaner. Homes can feel stuffy after a long winter but here are 5…
Spare bedrooms are always a great thing to have, no matter whether your own or rent the home you live in. These rooms can be used in so many different ways so here are some ideas if you’re struggling to decide how to use your spare bedroom.: Guest bedroom Of course, the obvious choice for…
Getting on the property ladder is a hard enough job without factoring in actually going and viewing houses that you might like the look of. If you are working on buying your first time house, you might not know what you should be looking for in a potential property. Here are some things to look…
Most of us live quite busy lives and if you’re anything like me then you might struggle to fit everything in during the week, especially cleaning. When this happens it’s easy to concentrate on the big jobs, the areas that get used the most. There are loads of easily forgotten areas of the home that…
In an ideal world a house would have at least an upstairs bathroom or toilet on each floor of the house. However, this isn’t reality most of the time and size can also be a big issue. If you are stuck for space then here are some ways to make the most of a small…