2017

Whether you’re completely renovating your home, or you simply need a few materials to update the garden, finding the right building materials supplier is important. Not only should you be looking to purchase materials for a decent price, but you also want to find a supplier that offers quality materials so you’re not having to replace the work you’ve completed because of poor quality...

Regardless of whether you yearn for the privacy which is offered by a piece of land in the country premises or you’ve caught your eyes on a small residential lot in Ontario, buying your own piece of vacant lot and building a house is a dream for most of us. There can be no better thrilling feeling than owning a few acres of land and having the discretion of building up your home in the way you had...

No matter the size of the room that you are furnishing, you need to make sure you properly arrange your furniture. You will want to maximize your space and this can be done with in both large and small rooms. Smaller rooms are often harder to furnish because of their space constraints, but if you want to make the most of your room, you should try these space-saving tips: Use Double Duty Furniture Double...

Industrial style kitchens are all about raw textures and simplicity. Bare brick walls, tiles and even raw concrete work beautifully and when these are combined with wood or natural stone floors and exposed steel surfaces, you have a kitchen right out of a design magazine. If you’re thinking of an industrial style kitchen for your home, take a look at our 7 key design elements. You may also wish to...

Many people consider some small bathroom renovations to either create a haven in their home or to increase the value of it. But one of the biggest reasons to renovate a bathroom typically gets overlooked. Overhauling the bathroom to make it safer for an aging population is not only a sound investment for value, but it is also imperative to invest in your older loved one’s safety and...

Make Moving Easy With a Removals Service and These Tips When it comes to moving, it is typically not an experience that most people enjoy. For this reason, they often put off many of the most important tasks of moving until the last minute. Unfortunately for them, this tends to make the process even less enjoyable. They are rushing around, getting frustrated, and might even find that they break a few...

If you’re considering buying a property and asbestos is mentioned, many potential purchasers will run a mile. But let’s not be too hasty. In this article, we look at some of the issues with asbestos and why it’s a good idea to have an Asbestos Survey carried out. What is asbestos used for? Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral found in rocks and soil. Made up of six different...

The legal transfer of property from a seller to a buyer is called property conveyancing. Not only is the transfer complicated and time-consuming, but there are numerous legal documents that need to be completed. You don’t have to use a solicitor to buy a property. It is possible to do the conveyancing yourself but there are risks. During the transfer process, problems can arise, so it’s a...

If you’re planning to erect a fence or a wall that divides your property from the adjoining premises, or you’re thinking of building a wall or a garage on or near your neighbour’s boundary, you need to get their permission. To do this, you must give your neighbour a Party Wall Notice. The Party Wall Act 1996 was drawn up to protect adjoining property owners from any loss or damage...

There are many ways you can make your property more appealing to potential buyers. Taking some simple steps can actually improve the value of your property. Before selling a property, it is a great idea to invest in some home improvements in order to boost its value. The property market has shown great signs of growth these past two years, which means the simplest preparations can gain you a large boost...