Homes & Gardens

Work begins on new homes and nature trail in Cullompton

Taylor Wimpey has started work on a community of new homes and green spaces in Cullompton.

Culm Valley Park , off Siskin Chase, will comprise of 105 homes, 30 of which will be provided for rent through the local authority. The development will include a new nature trail park, with around 40% of the total site set aside as green space for the residents of Cullompton to enjoy. The...

4 ways to save money when doing home renovations

The immediate cost might cause you to do a double-take when undertaking some home renovation projects. However, it isn't necessary to pay so much upfront. You can save money and still get exactly what you want by doing a little planning and shopping around. Let's take a look at five ways you can save money on your home renovations without sacrificing the quality of work.

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Six of the most expensive items in your home

The home is a beautiful thing, far greater than the sum of its parts in offering a sanctuary for you and your family. But some of its parts are worth significantly more than others, and worrying about repairing or even replacing them can weigh heavily on the mind of the household. With more than 3 million items thieved each year , and countless more spills, breakages and losses besides, it’s...

Lower-income households invited to apply for free energy efficiency improvements to their homes

Lower-income householders across Devon can benefit from free energy efficiency improvements to their home worth thousands of pounds.

Devon County Council has formed a partnership with other councils in the region to offer homeowners and tenants the chance to save on energy bills and lower the emissions of their property.

More than 40 per cent per cent of Devon’s carbon...

Home Cleaning Tips for the Extremely Lazy

Well, almost everyone knows how exhausting it is to clean your home . It can be painful, especially for those who are pretty lazy and don't want to spend their energy cleaning their home. However, that doesn't take away that you have to keep your home clean for a better and healthier lifestyle.

If you are lazy, don't worry, I have some hacks for you. These tips will help you keep...

East Devon homes can get free energy efficiency improvements

Residents across East Devon can benefit from free energy efficiency improvements worth up to £10,000, as part of a share of a multi-million pound Government funded programme.

Under the Green Homes Grants Scheme, homeowners will benefit from energy efficiency installations up to the value of £10,000 with nothing for them to pay towards the costs of works.

Tenants of rented...

How to get the best out of your windows

Windows are often overlooked but a crucial part of any property. They let in our much-beloved daylight (all 6 hours of it, at the moment), keep the heat in so we can stay toasty, and keep the cold out so we can… stay toasty. To enjoy these benefits, we need to take care of our windows to get the best of out them. This piece will discuss some of the ways you can do that! Read on to find out...

Why energy metres may save your business thousands

Every penny counts in business, and for that reason, it is necessary to keep on top of energy bills and how much it costs your business per month or quarter. Whether your business is small or large, business owners can make significant savings per year by reducing their energy bills while also playing their part in reducing their carbon footprint.

Smart meters are the newest...

Tips for buying a second property in Portugal

Portugal is a very popular location for British buyers looking to purchase a second home, and the attractions of the country aren’t hard to discern. Lisbon, Portugal’s capital, is just a two-and-half-hour flight from London and yet it enjoys over 300 days of sunshine a year and is within an hour of the glorious beaches of the Algarve, widely acknowledged as the best beach destination in...

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3 best ways to use garden pods

Garden pods are considered the latest trend in real estate/home improvement and for a very good reason. These modern structures are affordable, versatile, eco-friendly, and come in many different shapes and sizes. With attractive designs, their popularity shouldn’t come as a surprise as many specialists like to refer to them as a modern solution to modern problems.

Whether you’re in...

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