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Energy Efficiency vs. Renewable Energy: Which One Should You Priorities in Real Estate?

As real estate owners and managers, the goal is clear: decarbonize your portfolio while reducing costs and enhancing tenant comfort. But with the wealth of information available today, it can be challenging to know where to focus your efforts—on energy efficiency or renewable energy. Let’s break down the benefits of both and how they can complement each other to create a sustainable future for your buildings. Energy Efficiency: The First Step in Decarbonization Energy efficiency should always be the first priority when embarking on a sustainability journey. The reason is simple: it's the...

Top 6 kids' room ideas for 2022

Authored by Ellie Green
Posted: Mon, 11/22/2021 - 2:06pm

Kids’ rooms are multipurpose spaces. They should be functional and fun at the same time. For parents, finding the perfect balance between aesthetics and functionality is challenging. Discover simple ideas that will help you create a perfect space that will encourage creativity and fun!

Professional Services

If you want a unique and flawless design, consider hiring experts. For example, Dragons of Walton Street create bespoke projects that inspire childhood dreams. Professionals can also revive your old furniture and add unique artwork your child will love! Here are six useful...

What steps are there to conveyancing, when buying a home?

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Thu, 11/18/2021 - 5:38pm

With house purchases continuing to increase , it seems there’s never been a better time to be a part of the housing ladder. Many are already familiar with the ins and outs of moving, but conveyancing is still an often-misunderstood cost. It is a complicated process, with many steps from the initial decision to buy right up until after you’ve moved in. Here are the key steps to the conveyancing process, when buying a house.

Pre-Contract Instruction

The first step takes place when you have chosen your conveyancing solicitors . Here you formally ‘instruct’ your solicitors...

Over 98% sold at Riverside Walk development in Exeter

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 11/17/2021 - 3:55pm

Taylor Wimpey has announced that over 98% of its homes have been sold at Riverside Walk , a community of 101 high-quality new homes located on the outskirts of Exeter.

Riverside Walk has just two stunning homes remaining, the three bedroom Byford priced £315,000 and the four-bedroom Trusdale priced £388,000. Currently starting from £305,000, the homes have all been thoughtfully designed to be in keeping with the local area and are built to maintenance-light, modern standards with contemporary grey windows for added curb appeal.

Located close to the River Exe, Riverside...

Bedroom Lighting Ideas and Styles

Authored by BHTNews.com
Posted: Tue, 11/16/2021 - 5:16pm

A bedroom can mutate into a well-decorated and cozy space with a tweak of fixture placements and attaching the right lighting. Take a look at these bedroom lighting ideas and styles, which use ambient, task, and accent lighting to draw in an element of softness and set the right mood for a wonderful, restful bedroom.

Draw in Some Pendant Lights

Traditional pendant lighting , like chandeliers, help draw the eye upwards by creating a focal point near the ceiling.

Lava pendant lights are of different shapes, and hanging these at varying heights from the plafond on each side...

Lighting It Right: How To Choose The Perfect Table Lamp?

Authored by BHTNews.com
Posted: Tue, 11/16/2021 - 5:09pm

Having a suitable table lamp can conceive a tender and cozy feel regardless of where it is placed. It can bring balance, hue, harmony, variation, and of course, illumination if used right.

Although when you buy table lamps from https://ilite.co.uk/collections/table-lamps , you don’t have to worry about anything else. To be on the safer side, apply these tips to choose the perfect one.

Deciding the Right Spot

Before you execute the buying task, be sure you know where you want to set the lamp. Take things like the height of the room, the distance from the bed or sofa, or...

Squirrels and the Damage They Can Do

While many people may be charmed by the video of the cute squirrel stealing the acorn from under the tree, it's important to remember that these adorable little creatures are capable of horrific damage to homes and other property.

A Little Information About Squirrels

There are more than 200 different species of squirrel, and they are found all over the world. If squirrel damage is suspected on a property, it's crucial to contact Animal Control Specialists as soon as possible.

These rodents can range in size from the African Pygmy squirrel at just 5 inches long...

Is your heating system efficient?

Authored by Ellie Green
Posted: Thu, 11/11/2021 - 7:25am

The heating of air and water in the average UK home during winter months takes up almost 29 % of the overall utility cost. Irrespective of the type, make, model and price of the heating system, the maintenance and servicing of the system do not differ. Basically, what really matters is the periodicity and regularity of servicing and care of the system, which will ultimately define the overall efficiency. It is a known fact that if proper insulation, sealant, thermostat control and gap closures are affected, the savings could rise to about 30 % on an average level. In addition, there will...

How to Get Started in Property Investment in Devon

Authored by Ellie Green
Posted: Thu, 11/11/2021 - 6:43am

Investing in property can be a smart financial decision when executed well. Yet, the property you choose, and its location can determine its value, tenants, and annual income.

Devon is one of the best destinations in the UK for property investment, as it offers a wide variety of properties, respected universities, excellent sporting facilities, and top-rated hospitals. Plus, the picturesque coastline makes it a popular option for those looking to retire to a seafront or buy a luxurious holiday home.

If you’ve set your sights on the county, you will want to avoid various...

Quality first even at great expense: Redroad V17 achieves proudly strong cleaning power

Authored by Ellie Green
Posted: Wed, 11/10/2021 - 5:47am

Dual roller brush, powerful suction, various accessories, double HEPA filters... Redroad V17 gives more than others

The technologies used in stick vacuum cleaners are quite advanced. If you find your stick vac unsatisfactory, it's not because the brand couldn't, but they wouldn't spend more and do better. In pursuit of providing easy and efficient cleaning solutions, Redroad never hesitates to use the best material for production. That explains the quality appliances that Redroad presents, and why they re-define ‘strong cleaning power’.

Redroad arms V17 with dual roller...

Living better: Redrow reveals latest SW home-mover wish list as it launches A Better Way to Live campaign

Proximity to family and friends, essential shops and pharmacies, and green open spaces are top homehunter location priorities

Having a gin is more important than being near the gym, as pubs trump leisure centres in the location priority stakes

A private car parking spot and a ‘spare’ bedroom to use flexibly are among the most coveted features

Itchy feet: more than a quarter of people see themselves moving home in the next 2 years

Redrow launches unique first-person view drone video as part of its A Better Way to Live campaign – neatly encapsulating the...

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