Home Improvment
Annual surge in accidental damage claims as DIY season starts
The number of home insurance claims for accidental damage in the first half of the year is expected to peak in March for the third successive year as the DIY season gets underway.
DIY fanatics warned as home improvement return on investment falls
With more than half of UK householders planning DIY projects over the forthcoming Bank Holidays, a new survey by HSBC has revealed that the potential increase in property value as a result of home improvements has dipped in the past year.
Increasing property appeal in a tough market
The National Association of Estate Agents (NAEA) is advising sellers on practical ways to maximise interest in their property, as wider economic constraints continue to impact on activity in the UK housing market.
Don’t forget your drains this National Spring Cleaning Week
Property owners should take extra care of their drains this National Spring Cleaning Week urges consumer champion, Drain Claim.
Pensioners to lose out over FIT cuts
The proposed changes in the feed-in tariffs (FITs) will threaten the provision of free solar in the UK, leaving only those who can afford it to adopt renewable technology.
House proud Britain
Parents spend an average of almost a day a week on household management, with a total of 23 hours and 45 minutes spent each on jobs including washing, cooking and childcare duties.
British homes at risk of falling into disrepair
Austerity measures are causing many home owners to risk letting their homes fall into disrepair, according to research from the AA's Home Emergency Response Service.
Endsleigh Insurance offers advice to avoid burst pipes
The current cold weather has led to problems for landlords with unoccupied vacant properties. As the thaw sets in Endsleigh Insurance is advising landlords to take precautions against water damage caused by leaking pipes and frost damaged water tanks.
Spring clean your home for a seasonal sale
There still may be a distinct nip in the air, but the emergence of Spring bulbs means a change of season isn’t too far away.
How to keep warm at home as the cold spell continues
With predictions of snow and frost set to continue over the next few weeks across the UK, it is important to keep the heat in and the cold out.
Protect your pipes in half-term break
With the icy blast continuing to sweep across Britain, Aviva is advising homeowners to carry out some simple home checks to prevent freezing and burst pipes drenching their homes.
How to prevent freezing pipes
Thousands of homes and small businesses are at risk of significant damage from burst water pipes and tanks, warns MORE TH>N insurance.
Prevention is better than cure for burst pipes
NFU Mutual and loss adjusters at Cunningham Lindsey have drawn up a five-point winter action plan to prevent homes being hit with thousands of pounds worth of water damage after any big freezes.
Kahrs gets rugged with vintage Da Capo wood flooring collection
Kahrs has introduced a stunning new collection of authentically aged wood floors to its Supreme Range. Crafted from sustainable rustic oak, the new Da Capo Collection includes six rugged one-strip oak floors.
Get ahead of the housing game and prepare for January sales now!
We may still be counting down to Christmas – but don’t wait until the last of the turkey has been eaten or the festive trimmings recycled before you start to think about a move in January.