Chimneys can be difficult to judge and you can’t always see potential problems from just looking. There are some signs that you can look out for that prove your chimney may need some maintenance and attention. Making sure your chimney is safe is up there with ensuring your home is safe from fire hazards so it is very important for any homeowner with a chimney to be aware of the typical tell tale signs that there may be damage to your chimney.
Signs that your Chimney needs Maintenance
October 17th, 2013 HIP-Consultant.co.uk Posted in Home Improvements, Home Maintenace Comments Off on Signs that your Chimney needs Maintenance
Troubleshooting the Homestead Repair Process the Economical Way
August 27th, 2013 HIP-Consultant.co.uk Posted in Home Improvements Comments Off on Troubleshooting the Homestead Repair Process the Economical Way
There are many different things that can go wrong with your home at any time. No home was built to last, and you’re sure to be reminded of that every time you see water spots, hear dripping noises, and walk over your squeaking floors. As a homeowner, it’s up to you to keep your home safe and functioning properly, but no one wants to go broke in the process.
Maintaining the exterior of your home.
August 13th, 2013 HIP-Consultant.co.uk Posted in Home Improvements Comments Off on Maintaining the exterior of your home.
As with most things relating to maintenance in the home, the longer you leave it the worse it is going to get, and this couldn’t ring more true for the exterior of your house. Battling with the elements day-in, day-out, the outside of your house needs regular attention vital for the future value of your home. Annual attentiveness to the paint job, roof and driveway will help to improve your home’s ‘curb appeal’ and help you to avoid bigger, more costly jobs in the future.
Green Energy: Why is it so trendy – and important?
July 25th, 2013 HIP-Consultant.co.uk Posted in Energy Saving, Home Improvements Comments Off on Green Energy: Why is it so trendy – and important?
What is green energy? Why is it such a popular topic of conversation – and such a divisive one? And, perhaps most importantly, what is the role of green energy for us in the future, as a technology that we cannot afford to ignore?
How to Stay Gas Safe at Home
July 4th, 2013 HIP-Consultant.co.uk Posted in Home Improvements, Top Tips Comments Off on How to Stay Gas Safe at Home
Gas provides a cost effective energy source that is relied on by many home owners for a range of essentials including warmth, food and long hot baths. When a gas appliance goes wrong it can be extremely disruptive, but it can also prove to be dangerous if you don’t pick up on any issues quickly.
Keeping Kitchen Plumbing in Tip-Top Condition
June 26th, 2013 HIP-Consultant.co.uk Posted in Home Improvements Comments Off on Keeping Kitchen Plumbing in Tip-Top Condition
If you’re anything like the majority of the rest of us, you’ll be very conscious about where and how you spend your money. After the bills and mortgage is paid, many of us are left with very little to call “disposable income” and the chance of frivolity is slim. Saving as much cash as possible every month will help you to enjoy yourself in the future – think holidays, new clothes or a new car, for example.
Has the Conservatory had its day?
June 17th, 2013 HIP-Consultant.co.uk Posted in Home Improvements Comments Off on Has the Conservatory had its day?
It does not seem so long ago that the conservatory was in its halcyon days. Giving natural sunlight and a relatively cheap way to add an extra room to a property, they popped up everywhere.
Extending Your Home? What You Can & Can’t Do
April 17th, 2013 HIP-Consultant.co.uk Posted in Home Improvements, Legal Comments Off on Extending Your Home? What You Can & Can’t Do
In the majority of cases when it comes to extending your home or converting your loft, you will find you don’t need planning permission due to your development rights. However, when planning an extension you will always need to check because it will depend on the size of your new plans.
Underground Extensions – An Affordable Option?
March 12th, 2013 HIP-Consultant.co.uk Posted in Home Improvements Comments Off on Underground Extensions – An Affordable Option?
You’ve got a damp, dark cellar that’s full of old bits of furniture, rubbish that needs throwing out and what the kid’s are sure is a monster lurking in there. Is it time to turn this excess space into a useable room that will not only give you that extra room you’ve always dreamed of but should add value to your property when you choose to sell it?
Know where to start with unfurbished properties
January 21st, 2013 HIP-Consultant.co.uk Posted in Home Improvements, Landlords Comments Off on Know where to start with unfurbished properties
If you’re looking to let a property, one of the biggest decisions you will have to make is whether or not to furbish the property. The decision holds significant weight, as it will ultimately determine the type of tenant you are looking for, as well as your out-of-pocket expenses and insurance costs. It can even have an effect on the way you file taxes.
How to Develop Your Homes’ Potential
January 10th, 2013 HIP-Consultant.co.uk Posted in Home Improvements, Property Market 1 Comment »
In a time when finances may be tighter than ever, moving home may simply not be an option, but developing your home and adding to its value could be. You might be completely fed up with certain aspects of your home, so make a list of these, alongside a list of the things that you do like about your home, and start evaluating what may be involved in changing what you don’t like about your home.