Garden fire pit installation: Tips to plan your fire pit project

Is there anything cosier than gathering around a fire with your family and friends for an evening of relaxation? An in-ground garden fire pit can transform your outdoor space, adding warmth and ambience for those long summer nights. Before you get going with garden fire pit installation, it’s a good idea to put aside some…

Shade sail installation: tips to help you plan a garden shade project

The summer months are the perfect opportunity to take advantage of your outdoor space – whether by yourself, with your family or entertaining guests. But when the temperature starts to climb, the need for shade rises. Getting coverage can ensure protection from the rays and help you keep cool while still allowing you to bask…

Getting your car serviced

Here we look at why it’s so important to service your car on a regular basis with tips on how to find a trusted professional and what to expect from your service.

What to do if brown rats are infesting your property?

Whether they are infesting your home, commercial property or your agricultural spaces, brown rats can be the cause of a great deal of structural damage.

Planning a new driveway checklist

There are a number of ways to go about improving the appearance and functionality of your driveway. With so many paving materials and styles to choose from there can be a massive variance in price between quotes. Before starting the decision-making process it’s vital that you know exactly what to ask to ensure you’re receiving like-for-like quotes.

Open plan living: Making the right decision

Open plan living has been around for a very long time – I remember my parents ‘knocking through’ back in the early 80s, making what was once the (small, dark) kitchen, the ‘back room’ and the ‘front room’ into one big open plan kitchen living room.

A guide to fence ownership and responsibilities

There can be times when an issue regarding the boundaries of your property may emerge. For example, who owns the fence that surrounds your property?

Loft conversion – Make your home bigger for your growing family

It’s a conversation that occurs in every growing household at some point; do we go for a loft conversion, or do we move? The pattern is usually that your first home is small and snug – perfect for one or two.

The 5 steps to remortgaging to pay for your home improvement

Have you decided that this is the year to undertake that big home project? Maybe it’s the year you extend into your loft or get the open plan kitchen of dreams. Whatever the improvement, remortgaging is a popular way of financing an expensive home improvement project.

Chimney breast removal to open up your period property

If your chimney breast is taking up valuable space in your home, you may be thinking about removing it. We’ve put together everything you need to know about chimney breast removal to open up your property and maximise space.

Ideas and inspiration for your open plan dining room project

When planning your open plan dining room, you need to take a few things into consideration to ensure the space will work well for your needs.

Planning for your open plan kitchen living room

Open plan living spaces have become hugely popular in recent years. This sociable way of cooking, living and dining is definitely here to stay.