The difference between a good plumber and a bad plumber is the one who puts a minimal fix on the leak to get paid today and the one who troubleshoots the root cause and finds all the places the corroded plumbing joints need to be replaced. A trustworthy plumber saves you money by fixing things…
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Me And My Ladders
Read moreRegular readers will know that I am a painter and decorator.. I’ve been doing this for twenty years and during that time I’ve found that there are a number of very important tools I need to help me do my jobs to a standard that I’m happy with. One such item is a pair of…
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Protecting Your Floors From Your Favourite Furry Friends
Read moreIf you own a pet, you already know the score. With all that cuteness and love that they give you, takes a great deal of responsibility. We’ve created a handy little guide to tell you, the best flooring for your pet, as well as any advice you may need to deal with accidents and their…
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Tips for The Perfect Loft Conversion
Read moreOnce you have decided to convert your loft there is no going back. You want to convert it for that extra space it provides, maybe you need an extra room for your growing family or you just want a nice guest room. Whatever your reason for wanting to extend your house you will need to…
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How To Keep Your Water Bills To A Minimum
Read moreThe cost of fresh water is something which is steadily climbing over time, so it is something that we should not take for granted for the benefit of not only our pockets but also our planet. You can get some excellent water saving advice on various blogs and websites to help teach you how to…
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Choosing The Colour Of The Paint For Your Home
Read moreThe freedom to decorate your home can be quite liberating, but to others, it can also be quite daunting as to where to start. You can read some excellent advice from various home improvement blogs on choosing the colours for your home’s interior which may help you to get started. So that you can make…
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Power tools vs. Hand tools: Who comes out on top?
Read moreWhen it comes to any kind of building work, you need tools. They can be the determining factor between a job well done, and a job delayed. But which are the best to have in your arsenal of supplies? I’ve teamed up with BUILT/ to find out who really comes out on top. Hand tools…
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Why It’s A Good Idea To Store Your Construction Tools
Read moreGood tools are quite an investment – this is why you need to properly store, clean and maintain them. Most people have a variety of tools at home, ranging from small hand tools such as screwdrivers to large power tools found in professional workshops. Normally, tools are stored at home in the garage or shed.…
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Effective ways to Boost Your Home’s Energy Efficiency
Read moreImage source Cutting your utility bills is surely something you want to do. It seems like every time you turn on the news they’re talking about price hikes and dodgy utility company practices, and with wages stagnating in a lot of industries, well it’s hard to keep on top of things. The good news is,…
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Converting Our Attic Space Into Bedrooms
Read moreMy home is a two bedroom bungalow and I live there with my wife and five year old twin girls. As the girls are growing up and needing more space for all the toys and numerous things children collect, we have decided that instead of moving we’ll look at expanding our existing home. Our current…
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Running Your Own Business Advantages/Disadvantages
Read moreI have been running my own painting and decorating business for about 20 years now. I have never regretted starting out on my own, but that is not to say that it's been plain sailing all the way. Image source It was very tough in the beginning and of course the internet was not what it is…
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Your Most Hated DIY Problems Solved
Read moreOn this blog, we love DIY. But there are some jobs that just suck. No matter how well you prepare, it always seems as if something goes wrong and ruins your plans. Here are some of the commonest DIY problems out there and what you can do to make your life a bit easier.Sealing Around…
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Are You Confident In Your Kitchen’s Renovation?
Read moreWhen you are thinking of changing up one of the rooms in your home, the kitchen might be the top of the list. It is for many people – the statistics show that it is one of the most important rooms for renovation according to most people’s opinions, and it is also the room that…
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Home Improvements That Are Trending in 2017
Read moreEvery year there are trends that are must haves in every home and our home is no different, so I thought I would list some home improvement trends I have noticed this year so far. Home improvement is a really good way to increase the value of your home, and also give your home your…
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Home Essentials for Anyone Interested in DIY
Read moreImage Source When you read DIY blogs, there’s a whole wealth of information at your feet. But many assume that you already know the basics. This can make things difficult for beginners who are just starting out and testing the waters of home improvement. Everyone has to start somewhere and there’s not much out there…
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Light Up Your Garden This Summer
Read moreWith summer now in full swing, it’s time to turn our attention to the outdoor space in our homes. One of the loveliest things about living in the UK is during summer time we have long light evenings and it stays warm even after the sun has set. So sitting out in the garden enjoying…
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Crafting The Garden Refuge You And Your Family Deserve
Read moreFlickr As DIY Dads, it’s tempting to improve our houses in any way we can deem appropriate. DIY is addictive once you become well versed in it, and it’s hard to not lend that creative eye to every avenue of the home space you have. You might have purchased a new home, and can see…
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DIY Electric Work? Read This First
Read morePixabay Nothing fills you with quite as much pride as a DIY job done well. Not only do you have an element in your home that you’ve fixed or even created yourself; you can also save yourself a bunch of cash by taking matters into your own hands. Of course, some categories of DIY jobs…
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A Guide to Adding Value to Your Home
Read moreImage via There are many reasons for wanting to move house – expanding family, kids moving away from home, wanting to be closer to your parents, or going in search of warmer climates, But there is one question which every homeowner putting their house on the market has to think about: To renovate or not…
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Signs It’s Time To Give Your Home A Style Overhaul
Read moreIf you’re thinking of giving your home a style overhaul, there are a few signs to look out for that should indicate whether this is the right time or not. After all, your home isn’t just to show off to guests. Your home is supposed to be your safe haven, your place to raise your…
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6 Home Upgrades That Will Make Your Kids Excited
Read moreImage Source Once you have children, your home becomes a different place entirely. Your office turns into a play area. There are toys everywhere. The spare bedrooms are covered with teddy bears and painted in vibrant shades. If you are planning to make some home improvements and you have children, it is a good idea…
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