Homes & Gardens

Spring Plumbing Checks: Why March is Critical for Homeowners

March arrives, and most homeowners think about gardens. They plan which flowers to plant. They check whether the lawn survived winter. They rarely think about what winter does to their plumbing system.

That's a mistake.

Winter stresses pipes. Cold temperatures, freeze-thaw cycles, and shifting ground place enormous strain on the systems carrying water through your home. Spring is when these stresses reveal themselves. A pipe that survived January might fail in March. A joint that held all winter might suddenly leak. Hidden damage becomes visible.

The question...

How to Take Care of Your Yard in Summer

The care your garden needs changes with each season and weather that it brings, a summer garden requires a lot more care than that of spring or autumn. Nevertheless, with the sun shining, tending to your garden is a much more enjoyable and easier task. Taking care of your yard in these summer months is time consuming, as most people use the space for having barbeques or gatherings, as a lot more time is spend in these areas. The best, easiest and quickest ways to take care of your garden in the summer are described below.

Tending to Your Summer Lawn

These summer months...

Do DIY safely while self-isolating

Self-isolation has led to many people across the area looking for ways to keep busy – taking on DIY jobs has proved a popular option. To ensure projects are completed safely, RGB Building Supplies is offering top tips on how to take on jobs in the home.

Paul West, Branch Manager at RGB Exeter, commented:

“Many of us are spending more time in our homes, so we’re now having the chance to complete jobs that we may have been putting off. We want everyone to follow some basic safety advice. Remember, if you aren’t confident enough to take on the project, whether it involves...

Burrington Estates New Homes amongst the nation’s favourite house builders in the UK

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 04/09/2020 - 11:42am

Burrington Estates New Homes continues to build on its success as it receives the highest rating of 5-stars in the recent independent homebuyers’ customer satisfaction survey by the Home Builders Federation (HBF) Star Rating Scheme. The 5-star accreditation states over 90% of their customers would recommend Burrington Estates New Homes to a friend. This outstanding result reflects the continued investment in providing exceptional customer service and aligns with their vision of creating beautiful places to live and work whilst building enduring communities.

The annual survey is...

7 Reasons to choose asphalt paving for driveways

Due to its capability to withstand harsh weather conditions and other damaging forces, asphalt is the best choice for property owners. Whether you are preparing for the installation of the parking lot, driveways or a general paving project, a business that provides asphalt driveways in Dublin can help you with each step of installation. We are going to discuss the top 7 reasons to choose asphalt paving for driveways.

Durable

Asphalt is extremely durable and it is known to withstand whatever nature and humans throw over it. It can even stand frequent and heavy traffic,...

How new sash windows are more energy efficient

Whether you already have sash windows in your property that need updating, or you are thinking of installing new sash windows to replace a different style entirely, they are a great way to improve the energy efficiency of any property.

Below we explain their benefits, why installing triple glazing with Argon gas works so well and how our bespoke service can help your property.

Benefits of New Sash windows

Installing new sash windows brings a wide range of benefits to your home, such as:

  • Reduced energy use

Installing new double or...

How to Plan a Family Getaway in Your Rear Garden

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Fri, 03/27/2020 - 8:18am

Summer plans might be dashed this summer, but that doesn’t mean you cannot have a great time with the whole family. All you need is a rear garden and some simple camping equipment, and you can transform your garden space into a summer family getaway kids will love.

It can be hard to explain the necessity of social distancing and quarantine. Kids just want to head outside and explore. They want to run wild and have fun. You can’t give them everything that they want, but you can build an adventure right on your property with this guide:

Get Everything That You Need

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How to Improve the Kerb Appeal of Your Home

Whether you’re looking to sell your home or have just moved into a property that needs a bit of TLC, the exterior of your home is the very first impression visitors get, so they are sure to pass judgement on its overall look. With this in mind, it’s essential to boost your home’s kerb appeal. You don’t have to make any major changes or spend a fortune in order to make your house look attractive; it’s all about being aware of the minor details.

Check out the tips below to point you in the right direction when it comes to boosting your home’s kerb appeal:

  • Take care
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Signs of Iron Contamination in Your Well Water

People who live in the city and depend on tap water don’t have to worry about the iron levels in their water supply. However, people who receive their water in wells need to look out for this problem. Iron is one of the most common contaminants in well water . Yet, it can be easily noticed in the color, taste, and stains it leaves in the water.

While iron is an essential mineral for our bodies’ overall health, still a lot of problems might happen if the body overindulges in drinking water that has been contaminated with iron. Poor skin is the most common side effect of drinking...

Where to Find Custom Built Personal Generators

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Thu, 03/26/2020 - 7:59am

Electrical generators are machines that help meet all our electricity needs. Generators provide electricity when power from a grid is unavailable. In general, generators come in all shapes and sizes. For example industrial applications are aid in providing backup power to major factories, businesses, or whole homes during power outages. However, sometimes they are used as a stand alone electricity generation machine for communities that are not hooped up to the grid in remote areas.

Industrial generators are frequently used in major construction sites to power up all the lights...

The rise of the houseplant and is it set to stay?

Authored by Sam Richards
Posted: Tue, 03/24/2020 - 11:57am

It was reported by RHS in 2019 that the sale of houseplants had soared by 50% in 2018 which suggests that more and more people are bringing plants into their home. Looking back further, the Office of National Statistics reveal that the UK spent £925,000 in Q1 in 2013 on plants and gardens compared to £1,480,000 in Q1 of 2019, that’s an impressive rise of £555,555. It is clear that houseplants have become a major trend in recent years and it is thought that there are a few different reasons that homeowners are looking to bring nature into their home.

Urbanisation

It is...

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