Homes & Gardens

Moving from the UK to Italy: real estate market and opportunities

More and more British citizens are choosing to leave the United Kingdom to settle in Italy, attracted by the mild climate, high quality of life and a cultural heritage that is truly one of a kind. This trend does not only involve retirees looking for a peaceful place to live, but also families and professionals seeking a more relaxed lifestyle without sacrificing services and opportunities.

For many, Italy represents a destination where the cost of living can be more affordable than in the UK, especially in areas less influenced by tourism. In this context, the real estate market...

How to Drive a Zero Turn Mower?

Authored by Claire Small
Posted: Wed, 02/24/2021 - 12:30pm

Gone are the days of traditional lawn tractors when you have to spend a lot of time mowing. You can do your job in just half the time as zero lawn mowers are quite productive machinery elements.

You can cut the grass rapidly and accurately with the assistance of the best zero-turn mower. It lacks a steering wheel. Still, people like this, but why? Zero-turn mowers are very comfortable and convenient to use.

It has the power to turn rapidly because of the hydrostatic transmissions. As a result, it is quite simple to control. But, many individuals don't know how to drive...

Lockdown living fuels Exeter homeowners’ desire to move

The impact of lockdown restrictions on the lives of Exeter homeowners has made more than two thirds (70%) of people living in the city claim they want to move to a new home, according to the latest data released today by Zoopla , the UK’s most comprehensive property destination.

The data, which studies the impact of lockdown restrictions on the views of homeowners in Exeter towards their current property, highlights a strong desire for a new home for many local residents.

Out of office

When asked about the chances of returning to an office environment once...

7 Tips for a Mood-Boosting Bedroom

Authored by Claire Small
Posted: Wed, 02/17/2021 - 10:10am

Your bedroom is one of the most important rooms in the house. It is where you both start and end your day, so it’s important to create a setting that makes you happy. Fortunately, there are some simple tips to create a mood-boosting bedroom – here are seven of them.

1: Use Happy Colours

Colours have a real impact on our mood, so make sure you choose shades that lift your spirits. Try to avoid only using dark, cool colours, and instead opt for brighter, warmer shades such as pinks, yellows, and oranges.

Get creative when it comes to using colour in your bedroom....

Changes to Help to Buy – what buyers need to know

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 02/16/2021 - 12:24pm

The Government-backed Help to Buy scheme has helped over 270,000 new home buyers since it was introduced in 2013. However, from 1st April this year, the scheme is changing. Emma Cotterill, regional sales and marketing director for Kier Living Western, explains what local buyers need to know.

Help to Buy was introduced to help new home purchasers with deposit funds. Initially open to anyone buying a new home up to the value of £600,000, it enabled purchasers to buy with just a 5% deposit and a 75 % mortgage. The remaining 20% of the purchase price was covered by an equity loan from...

Gardening for people with no time

Authored by Claire Small
Posted: Mon, 02/15/2021 - 10:59pm

Gardening is one of the best kinds of hobbies there is. It is extremely eco-friendly and it keeps your mind and mood cheerful. But let’s be honest here. Gardening, at the same time, is a time-consuming task as well. Also, it takes a lot of effort to properly maintain a garden. So, it is very hard to do gardening for a person who does not have enough free time. That’s why we are here to spare you some tips on easy gardening if you are a busy bee.

Drip Irrigation System, Sprinklers and Other Time-Saving Watering Solutions

The use of these methods depends on the size of...

New boilers and how they can be useful

Your boilers are an integral part of your home’s central heating unit. Thus you should ensure that they are working seamlessly together to provide the heat that you need, without breaking the bank.

If your boilers face constant breakdowns and require repairs now and again, then it is time to consider a replacement. New boilers will make a sizeable difference to your bill and can be useful in doing the following:

1. Improving energy efficiency

New boilers will save you a considerable amount of money. For instance, if you had to pay thousands of pounds for your...

Redrow’s Customer Conference Awards 2021 recognises Romansfield sales consultant in South West winners

Authored by Purplefish
Posted: Wed, 02/10/2021 - 1:01pm

Redrow Homes has awarded two members of staff in the South West, with Sales Consultant of the Year and Customer Service Employee of the Year Awards, at its annual Customer Conference.

This year the awards were held virtually and celebrated and recognised those that have excelled in their roles within each of the company’s regions. The Sales Consultant of the Year award was given to Karen Heard, sales consultant at the Romansfield development in Okehampton, Devon, and the Customer Service Employee of the Year award was given to Tracey Austin.

James Holmear, group sales...

Creating a Luxury Playroom for Your Little One

Authored by Claire Small
Posted: Mon, 02/08/2021 - 10:40am

Modern mothers and fathers often want to make their child’s playroom the best space in the world. It must be comfortable and cozy for a kid but still act as a place to laugh, rest, and research. The wish to achieve the maximum result is hard to realize. It the reason why a professional team of Dragons of Walton Street is ready to help parents with the interior design of children’s activity rooms all over the world.

How the Baby’s Playroom Should Be Arranged?

The kid’s room for games should be full of light and fresh air. Natural materials (e.g. wood, cotton) are...

Common Reasons Why Septic Systems Fail

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Sun, 02/07/2021 - 8:39pm

Your plumbing system's most crucial element is your septic tank if your home isn't connected to city sewers. Septic tanks are responsible for securely operating all of the wastewater you produce. When your septic system defects work properly, all the wastewater in your home will be stocked. It only means that it comes back to you, untreated and hazardous.

In a properly functioning septic system, the septic tank's solid material is settled out in a septic tank and deposited until eliminated by pumping. The tank's effluent is still sewage; it has a substantial order and is crucial...

Three and four-bedroom homes available at Redrow’s Saxon Brook development

National housebuilder Redrow Homes has a selection of three-bedroom and four-bedroom house types available at its Saxon Brook Development in Pinhoe, Exeter.

Plot 187 is a three-bedroom Warwick, which is priced at, £348,995, meaning it is eligible for the new Government backed help to buy scheme. This scheme enables first time buyers to purchase a brand-new home sooner, requiring a minimum of 5% deposit to qualify.

The Warwick features a large open plan kitchen-dining area perfect for modern family life, as well as three generously sized bedrooms and a separate garage for...

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