Empty houses serve no one. They don’t shelter those who need a home, and for landlords they don’t bring in any income. A house stagnating on an overgrowing lawn will soon seem like a bad investment. Of course, it isn’t the will of the landlord to have empty properties scattered around the county. Much of the time, it is just that the house isn’t quite fit for purpose.
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The truth is, no building is truly immortal. Despite there being UK churches that have stood longer than the USA has existed, sooner or later there will need to be significant repair on the brickwork. The same goes for houses. They are built with durability in mind, but sometimes the mortar between bricks can fail. That’s when you need to repoint your bricks.
Plastering offers a number of advantages, including durability, superior sound insulation, fire resistance, and promotes better air quality in the home. It is no wonder that people often opt to plaster their walls. But sometimes plaster becomes blown.
Damp is a common problem for homeowners, and it can cause significant damage to your property and health if left unchecked. Damp problems can appear in many forms and can affect any part of your home. Whether it’s rising damp, condensation, or penetrating damp, the effects are often similar, leading to mould growth, damp patches, and a musty smell. It’s crucial to understand the causes of damp and the importance of having a professional damp specialist assess and treat the issue.
Is your cellar a damp, musty space that feels more like a forgotten dungeon than a usable part of your home? You're not alone.
Waterproofing and tanking can transform your damp space into a valuable and dry extension of your home. Tanking is a way of waterproofing your cellar, we’ll take a look at the benefits of tanking your cellar
Hasn’t the year just ripped by? That seems to be said every year, but here we are again looking down the barrel of another Halloween, Christmas, and New Year period. If you’re thinking about having a cellar conversion, how are you going to integrate this extra space into your festivities?
The housing market in the UK is fraught and heavily legislated now. It’s not as simple as renting out your space to someone who needs it. There is a lot to consider. Even without heavy legislation, a landlord has an ethical duty to provide comfortable, secure, and safe property for the people they let their property to.
So how do you make sure your property meets all requirements and is fit for purpose? A good way is to ask a local and trusted builder to take a look.
Getting a builder to quote for work on your home can be a daunting task. With costs constantly fluctuating and the potential for hidden extras, it's essential to be able to spot a good quote from a mile off. This guide will help you understand what to look for in a builder's quote, ensuring you get the best value for your money.
Finally, there’s been a bit of light and warmth. Summer is here, time to fling open the windows for its fleeting visit. Surely this time of year you don’t have to worry about things like damp or mould. The weather is far too dry and warm for that. And yet, there’s a large damp patch on the wall of your landing.
Don't assume dampness disappears with warmer weather. In fact, summer can create ideal conditions for mould growth, a nasty side effect of damp that can wreak havoc on your health and your home.
Does your home have a cellar or basement that has been neglected? Chances are, your homes basement is a dark, damp storage space, crying out to be transformed into a useable and functional room. A cellar or basement conversion is the process of changing the space into a comfortable, welcoming room. In this blog, we will be giving you a complete guide to cellar and basement conversions, advising you on all of the things you'll need before you get started.