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House Extension Tips – 12 Tips on Extending your Home

Hi folks, we’ve noticed a big pick up in house extensions this year and last, so we’ve decided it’s a good time to look at house extension tips once again.  We’ve done this article before but I think it’s extremely … Continue reading

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Top 10 Bathroom Renovation Tips

Hi folks, the bathroom is one of the most frequently used rooms in the house so it’s important to make sure it is designed and laid out well.   A while ago we wrote an article on the top 10 bathroom … Continue reading

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Garden Tips for Summer

Hi folks, now that the Spring is over it’s a good time to look at garden tips for Summer.  Having your garden looking nice is a great way to enjoy your home and surroundings and growing your own vegetables is … Continue reading

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9 DIY Safety Tips

Hi folks, this week I want to talk about DIY safety tips in the home.   It’s fantastic to try and do some DIY home improvements yourself from time to time.  However,  DIY can involve the use of power tools, working … Continue reading

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Garden Tips for Spring

Hi folks, it’s that time of year again! With the fine weather we’ve been having recently it’s a good time to look at what needs to be done in the garden to get you set up for the rest of … Continue reading

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Clean Your Chimney for Christmas!!!

Hi folks, there are only 12 days left till Christimas so make sure to clean your chimney for Santa or he won’t be able to get down it!!  And not only for Santa’s sake but because you may be more … Continue reading

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Secondary Glazing Benefits – Reducing Heat Loss & Condensation

Hi Folks, this week I want to look at secondary glazing.  What is secondary glazing you may ask?  Well secondary glazing is an additional pane of glass or an additional window set behind your existing window(the primary window).  The secondary … Continue reading

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Preparing for and Preventing Floods in the Home

Hi folks, as a result of the recent wet weather and flooding I thought it would be a good time to talk about ways of preparing for and preventing floods in the home,  or at least to minimise the damage … Continue reading

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Water Charges – Conserving Water in the Home and Garden

Hi folks, With the recent talk in the media about the introduction of water charges in Ireland, I thought it would be a good time to talk about conserving water in the home and garden.  It is also a good … Continue reading

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Top 10 Bathroom Renovation Tips

Hi folks, no matter how big or small your main bathroom is in your house, a carefully planned renovation can add substantial value and comfort to one’s home. So it goes without saying that choosing the right tradesmen, materials and … Continue reading

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