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The Most Common December Pests and How to Stop Them?

When temperatures drop and winter sets in, many pests begin searching for warm places to hide. Unfortunately, that often means moving into homes, garages and workplaces. December might feel too cold for insects and rodents to be active, but it’s one of the busiest times of the year for pest control callouts. Understanding which pests are most common at this time of year, and knowing how to deal with them, can help protect your home and stop infestations before they become serious. This guide explains the top December pests, why they appear, and the steps you can take to prevent them....

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Find a Builder: Hiring the Right Person or Team for Your Project

Find a building contractor you can trust and make sure they're the right fit for the job with our expert advice

Find a builder for your new project and rest easy that they are the right person or team for your project. From lounge extensions to self build s, each project will require a different specialist team.

If your job is big, seek your builders’ advice as soon as you have the initial drawings through. Get them in early, and they may provide crucial advice that will save you time and money.

They may have built something similar previously, affording you the...

Devon’s Finest Country Homes

With Dartmoor on the doorstep, a magnificent coastline dotted with some of the UK’s finest beaches, Devon is fast becoming a UK hotspot for high end property.

The benefits of investing in hand-crafted furniture

You're trying to decide on a new living room set. With so many options, it's hard to choose only one. Here's another possibility: Hand-crafted furniture. Many people think that they want something modern, but it doesn't speak to them when it arrives. There's no soul or character to it. That's not what you get with hand-crafted items. They have warmth and charm, which is hard to find in mass-produced items.

Uniqueness

Hand-crafted furniture is as much art as it is a valuable household item. During the creation process, a lot of care and attention is given to every piece....

Mattress hacks you need to know

When shopping for a new mattress it pays to know a do your homework and find out about the different types on the market so you don't get persuaded into buying something unsuitable.

The hacks we're going to cover in this article will not only help you improve your sleep and purchase the best you can afford, but will also help you to keep your mattress in tip top condition.

Why should you use these hacks?

By learning some of the hacks by thesleepadvisors , you'll know how to prolong your mattress’ life, as well as many other useful things.

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Devon ranks highest in top 10 UK places to live

A recent study from conveyancing solicitors, Bird & Co, has uncovered the UK’s most sought-after locations, having analysed June 2021 figures from the Office of National Statistics, HM Land Registry and Rightmove.

Known for its stunning beaches and bustling historic cities, Devon has scooped the top spot as the most migrated to county in the United Kingdom.

The study found that a whopping 8,521 UK citizens moved to this region in 2020, a marked change from the previous year, when Devon came second to that of Kent.

Considering the net migratory figures in...

Brilliant touches to brighten up your living room

Your living room should be one of, if not the liveliest place in your home, which often means that the space needs a careful touch to really bring out its fullest potential. After all, interior design and room planning can be a difficult endeavour, which is why this article aims to highlight some of the best ways to make your living room just a little brighter.

Change Up Your Layout

If you’re looking to make a change in your living room, then one of the best ways to really change how a room feels is to change the layout of the area. There are some really brilliant ways to layout...

How to attract and protect Autumn wildlife in your garden

As autumn approaches, gardeners are being given advice on how to attract and protect wildlife.

Experts at GardeningExpress.co.uk have put together their tips on how to attract wildlife including birds and hedgehogs to your garden as the temperature begins to drop.

As autumn approaches, many wildlife species will be looking for a place to stay and hibernate as the cold months pass.

Gardens across the country will be acting as a home and there are small things that gardeners can do to help attract wildlife and provide them with a safe space.

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A brief guide to hiring a removal company

When it comes to moving, hiring a removal company can make the process a whole lot easier. They have the skills and the equipment to conduct your move quickly and efficiently, allowing you to start unpacking and settle into your new home sooner. But how else can removal companies help you? What should you look for when hiring one? How much will it cost? This guide is here to answer all that so you can manage your move more comfortably.

Services removal companies provide

Removal companies offer a range of services. A typical removal company is likely to provide the following:...

How to improve soil quality naturally?

Soils are made up of various living organisms, and the quality is determined by what's in them. A well-balanced soil will have adequate organic matter (both plant and animal), minerals, water, air, and microbes. If any component is missing or insufficient, problems can arise with plants such as stunted growth, nutrient deficiencies, etc. Soil is a critical component of any garden or yard. It's essential to know how to improve soil quality naturally and what effect that can have on your plant life.

There are many ways you can improve your soil quality naturally. The question is:...

Race for space: How the pandemic has driven house price growth in and around Exeter

A number of areas surrounding Exeter have recorded higher house price growth than the city itself since the start of the pandemic, according to the latest research from Halifax.

Since lockdown restrictions first eased last summer, buyer demand has been fuelled in part by a desire for larger properties with more outdoor space, as people’s work-life priorities have shifted during the pandemic.

Across the UK, this has helped to drive faster price growth in areas further from major city centres, where buyers perceive they’ll get better value for money.

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Homes & Gardens

The Most Common December Pests and How to Stop Them?

Find a Builder: Hiring the Right Person or Team for Your Project

Devon’s Finest Country Homes

The benefits of investing in hand-crafted furniture

Mattress hacks you need to know

Devon ranks highest in top 10 UK places to live

Brilliant touches to brighten up your living room

How to attract and protect Autumn wildlife in your garden

A brief guide to hiring a removal company

How to improve soil quality naturally?

Race for space: How the pandemic has driven house price growth in and around Exeter

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