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Expert advises on how to keep your home cool as temperatures top 32 degrees this weekend

While most Brits welcome a heatwave, the majority of our homes are not equipped to handle the higher temperatures. From stuffy bedrooms to humid kitchens, being inside during British summers can be an uncomfortable experience. And with temperatures tipped to reach 32 degrees tomorrow, the problem is set to peak.

But now an expert from MyBuilder.com, the reliable way to hire tradespeople, has...

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Last chance with Help to Buy at energy efficient West Sussex developments

With the Help to Buy deadline fast approaching, buyers can take advantage of the scheme for the last time at Dandara’s developments in West Sussex where a limited selection of energy efficient two and three bedroom homes and two bedroom apartments are available with the scheme.

The housebuilders Fontwell Meadows development on Fontwell Avenue, Fontwell and its Paddock View...

HMO Conversions: The Landlord’s Introduction

HMO stands for House in Multiple Occupancy and just as the name suggests, HMOs are houses, apartments, and other residential structures shared by multiple occupants. While there are several clauses of HMOs that remain open to interpretation, the definitive standards reading what can be defined as an HMO are well established.

An HMO is a single piece of rental property which is shared...

Autumn Maintenance Checklist (Outside)

About this time of year, as the nights draw in and weather turns colder; is the time, if not already done, to look at your property and check that everything is in order. Getting organized now will save any problems in the depths of winter when tenants expect prompt responses to issues and contractors are either too busy or too expensive to provide realistic help.

When it comes to...

NHS Workers Offered Discount On New Fylde Coast Homes

NHS staff in Lancashire are being offered a special thank you from Elan Homes worth thousands of pounds. A 5% discount is available on selected properties at Elan’s Redwood Gardens development on the Fylde peninsular, with a special event taking place at the development for NHS workers this weekend (October 15/16).

Using the incentive could provide a healthy boost to health worker’s...

Convert Dreams to Reality in Rugby

Known mostly for being the birthplace of an internationally celebrated sport, there is so much more to the town of Rugby. Home to a thriving market town, impressive historic architecture and a variety of amenities, the well-connected location is ideal for first-time buyers.

While homes in the area might be increasingly unaffordable for first time buyers, L&Q, one of the UK’s...

Last Home Remaining in Hertfordshire Hotspot

Just one four-bedroom home remains at Midsummer Vale, Catalyst’s exclusive development of 55 two- to five-bedroom houses in the countryside village of Walkern, Hertfordshire. As buyers increasingly look to the Home Counties for their dream home, the development answers the demand for properties in the more rural parts of the Southeast.

Ideal for a family searching for their forever...

The property maintenance sector begins bounce back

Research by property maintenance solution provider, Help me Fix , reveals that the property maintenance trade industry is finally bouncing back after a difficult pandemic period, but still remains a long way from its pre-COVID peak.

The current size of the UK trade market, when combining the estimated revenue of seven major sectors, is £75 billion.

Leading this strong...

Local homebuilder treats Oughtibridge care home residents to a spot of Afternoon Tea

Care home residents in Oughtibridge have been treated to a donation of Afternoon Tea thanks to 5 Star Homebuilder, Barratt Homes Yorkshire West.

Residents at Coumes Brook Care Home received a selection of freshly made sandwiches, scones, cakes and other sweet treats from Barratt Homes Yorkshire West to the nation's favourite summertime tradition.

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What would happen to house prices if they kept pace with the energy cap increase?

The latest research by estate agent comparison site, GetAgent.co.uk , has revealed what the average cost of buying and renting a home would look like if house prices increased at the same rate as the spiralling cost of energy bills.

GetAgent looked at the growth rate of the current energy cap since...

The new kit scores highly with North Petherton FC

Barratt Homes has partnered with North Petherton Football Club and sponsored their new strips ahead of the 2022-23 season.

Barratt Homes staff behind the thriving new community in North Petherton were quick to strike a deal with North Petherton FC from the UK company Core-37. The investment in the new eye-catching kit will be worn by the whole club with pride and kickstart...

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