Homes & Gardens

How To Spot And Handle Asbestos In Older Homes

Once lauded for its durability and heat resistance, asbestos was extensively used in construction materials throughout the 20th century. However, its fibers now pose significant health risks when inhaled, leading to diseases such as asbestosis, lung cancer, and mesothelioma. As such, identifying and managing asbestos in older homes is crucial for ensuring a safe living environment.

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Can you add double glazing to arched wooden windows?

Arched wooden windows are timeless architectural features that add charm and character to a property. With their distinctive curve and elegant shapes, they’re often standout pieces, especially in period homes. However, like many traditional window designs, their single-pane glazing can fall short when it comes to energy efficiency. Fortunately, upgrading to double glazing to arched windows is...

Tiverton housing development more than 90% sold with price reductions up to £35,000

A new housing development in Tiverton, now more than 90% sold, is offering buyers an opportunity to save with price reductions of up to £35,000.

Two four-bedroom detached properties are still available, including the professionally designed show home, which boasts premium upgrades worth over £37,000, such as an upgraded kitchen and landscaped garden.

Show homes are typically...

Drone photography shows progress of new homes in Sampford Peverell

Aerial photographs of new homes in Sampford Peverell are giving buyers an unrivalled insight into the development where there’s a chance to move “for free”.

Edenstone Homes is working with local agent Greenslade Taylor Hunt to market new homes at The Orchards . They’ve released photographs showing the progress of the scheme, taken from above.

Plus, for a limited time only and...

The easy way to achieve a new year goal of moving to a new home in Ilfracombe

HOMEOWNERS hoping to move to a new home in Devon could find it’s easier than they anticipated.

Easy Move is an Elan Homes scheme designed to help homeowners sell up and move on. It’s available at Seascape in Ilfracombe, where a new show home is open for viewing by appointment only from next Friday (January 10).

Elan regional sales director Tracey Ball said: “At this time of...

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How to Choose the Right Energy-Efficient Water Heater for Your Needs

Energy efficiency is more than just a catchphrase; it’s vital to reducing utility costs and minimising one's environmental footprint. Choosing the right energy-efficient water heater can significantly lower household expenses and play a part in fostering sustainability. Advancements in water heater technology are continuously pushing boundaries towards more eco-friendly solutions, making it...

Green light for Clyst Meadows!

Planning approval has been granted for Clyst Meadows Country Park, a new public greenspace at Broadclyst Station.

Spanning 10 hectares, this beautiful country park will serve as a natural retreat, offering residents and visitors a safe and scenic environment to connect with nature. The park will feature a variety of walking paths, providing accessible routes for people to explore the...

Make a head start on new home goals in Ilfracombe

LOWER rate mortgage options, energy efficiency, ease of maintenance and the chance to move before stamp duty rates change mean now is the time to buy a new home in Ilfracombe.

While the “Boxing Day bounce” will see a surge in people searching for property for sale, the company behind new homes at Seascape in Ilfracombe is offering buyers the chance to make a head start on...

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The Benefits of Moving to a 1 Bedroom Senior Apartment

Are you thinking about moving to a smaller living space?

A 1 bedroom senior apartment might be a great option. It can offer a simpler lifestyle with less maintenance and more comfort. Choosing the right home can make a big difference in your daily life.

Keep reading to learn why moving to one could be a smart decision for your future.

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Wrap up a move to an energy efficient new home in Sampford Peverell ahead of stamp duty changes

THE gift of part exchange, low energy bills and the chance move before stamp duty rates change, mean now is the time to buy a new home in Sampford Peverell.

Edenstone Homes is highlighting changes to stamp duty, which could add thousands to the cost of homeownership.

While the rates rise for completions from April 1, 2025, a small number of homes at The Orchards in Sampford...

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