How to renovate an older property successfully

Authored by Claire Small
Posted: Tue, 10/20/2020 - 10:39am

When you own an older property, you are likely looking for ways and waiting for the right time to perform some larger-scale renovations. Doing so can add significantly to the property's value and make it a space that is actually suitable for the purpose. Whether you plan to live in the property yourself or sell it on for a substantial profit, renovating an older property can be a great way to give it a new life.

However, as you might imagine, larger-scale renovations of this nature are not always the easiest things to undertake. It would help if you were prepared to invest a...

Reasons Why You Shouldn't Be Afraid to Apply for a Loan

There are many different types of loans that are available nowadays to apply for. These loans all can vary based on what you need the loan for and the terms of the loan that you are willing to accept. When it comes to finding the right loan for your needs, then you need to first consider the type of loan that you are seeking.

First, you will want to find the right lender for your needs. If you are purchasing a car or a home than you will take out a different type of loan than if you are going back to school. There are both short and long term loans, which can vary on lengths...

Bates Electric: 5 Excellent Industrial Electrical Services Offered

Authored by BHTNews.com
Posted: Tue, 10/20/2020 - 6:51am

Bates Electric is a company located in St. Louis. They provide top-level electrical services and boast a good customer experience in the fields of Commerce, residential, and industrial electrical service within St. Lois.

In need of their services, contact Bates Electricals: 636-242-6334. Address 2006 Sierra Parkway Arnold, Missouri 63010-5108.

The company’s services include wiring, installation, upgrades, whole-home generators, lightning designs, and new construction projects.

The company’s main fields are:

Industrial and Commercial Electrical...

4 Benefits of Using Turbologo for Brand’s Logo Creations

Authored by BHTNews.com
Posted: Tue, 10/20/2020 - 6:07am

A logo is a very important thing for a brand. It is how the customers can just recognize our brand as well as the products we sell. But sure, creating a logo is not an easy thing. Big companies even need to pay a group of people to think about the best logos for them. Sure, this method is relatively expensive mainly if your company is new and just starting to grow up.

One of the best choices to create a company logo is Turbologo. Turbologo is a website that can be accessed by anyone for free. How to create the logo using it is also very easy. You just need to submit the company’s...

Nic Joly's latest work "we can be heroes" launches exclusively at Castle Fine Art

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Mon, 10/19/2020 - 10:39pm

Renowned sculptor Nic Joly has unveiled his latest work, created to help raise much-needed funds for NHS charities. The limited edition piece, which will go on display at Castle Fine Art galleries across the UK, is called ‘We Can Be Heroes’, and carries the message “Who Cares Wins”; a play on words of the famous SAS motto Who Dares Wins.

Nic, who put his time in lockdown to good use making plastic visors for critical workers, says this opened his eyes to the bravery of those people, and their true heroism in battling on all of our behalves. He explains:

“We are all doing...

St Nicholas Priory

Exeter’s oldest building receives lifeline grant from Government’s Culture Recovery Fund

St Nicholas Priory is one of 445 heritage organisations across the country set to receive a lifesaving financial boost from the government thanks to the £1.57 billion Culture Recovery Fund to help them through the coronavirus pandemic.

445 organisations will share £103 million, including the Priory to help restart vital reconstruction work and maintenance on cherished heritage sites, keeping venues open and supporting those working in the sector.

The Priory will receive a total of £42,700. This money will pay for essential repairs, some development work; equally...

How to get the most out of your heating this Autumn

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 10/19/2020 - 10:26pm

With the drop in temperature and millions encouraged to stay at home, many of us will want to turn the heating up but may be worried how much this will affect our pocket.

This is why the experts at BestHeating , one of the leading suppliers of affordable, luxury designer radiators have put together ten do’s and don’ts to help you save money on your heating and to heat smarter:

Do:

  1. Buy thick curtains – having thicker curtains helps both reduce the amount of colder air coming in and hot air escaping. The thicker the material, the more heat will be
  2. ...
Deliveroo, Exeter

200 new riders set to join Deliveroo in Exeter as demand for food delivery in the city soars

Deliveroo has today announced that it is rapidly expanding the number of riders it works with in Exeter. Deliveroo has been delivering meals in the city for five years now, and now works with over 120 restaurants.

The UK’s leading food delivery company has announced that it will create work for an additional 200 riders in Exeter by the end of the year. Across the UK, the company will have more than doubled the number of riders from 25,000 to more than 50,000 in the UK over the course of 2020.

The company has already started to work with 15,000 new riders across the UK...

Remodelled 180-year-old Almshouses are officially ‘opened’ by Exeter’s Lord Mayor

Exeter Homes Trust celebrated the completion of remodelling work at Atwill Palmer Almshouses, in Exeter’s New North Road.

Due to the pandemic, the celebration was low key, with just a few people in attendance to mark the occasion and Lord Mayor, Cllr Peter Holland, performing the official unveiling. Exeter Homes Trust was determined, however, for their 150 residents to share in the occasion and so have created a Facebook page to showcase the new apartments and the event. Alan Williamson, Chairman of the Charity’s Directors board, comments:

“With many of our residents...

Maximising the benefits of natural ventilation

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Mon, 10/19/2020 - 6:11pm

Over the years, the ongoing concern with the environmental impact and cost of using non-renewable energy to ventilate buildings has led to the rediscovery of natural ventilation's many benefits. Since this type of ventilation doesn't rely on machines, it's a safe and affordable means of cooling indoor spaces. With the right design, it can significantly reduce operational and construction costs.

What are the different options for natural ventilation?

Here are the many methods of using natural ventilation in the design of a residential or commercial building.

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