Is Your Home As Warm As It Could Be?

How to make your home warmer and cosier this winterCan you believe that it is five years since we had the really heavy snow? So many families were snowed in at the time. We were snowed in for two weeks and apart from the fact that the food stores were getting low, we were all getting cabin fever towards the end.

As it gets closer to the shortest day of the year and the weather gets colder, are you maximising the retention the heat in your home? Having a home that is well insulated can save you thousands in heating bills and you can even get a grant on some building works. Some methods to reduce your heating bills will require structural changes but there are also simple changes you can do yourself very inexpensively.  Here are 6 ways to make your home feel warmer and cosier:-

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Results and Video of our November Draw

tradesmen.ie monthly draw

Hi folks,

here are the results and video of our November Draw. Each month we have a draw for everyone who hires a tradesman and provides feedback. So not only do you get up to 4 quotes from Rated Tradesmen but you also are in with a chance to win a cash prize as well!

The draw for everyone who hired a tradesman and provided feedback in the month of October was held on November 28th. The results are as follows:-

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Kitchen Flooring Choices For Your Home

6 Kitchen Flooring ChoicesHas the time come to invest in a new floor for your kitchen or indeed, some other rooms in your home? Perhaps you are building a new home and are wondering what choices are available and which is the best option for you. Here’s some flooring choices and the advantages and disadvantages of each:-

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Video Testimonial from Michael Brennan

Hi folks,
here is a video testimonial we received a while ago from Michael Brennan. You can see the video feedback below:-

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Wallpaper Or Paint?

Wallpaper or Paint

Wallpaper or paint? Which is best? Well, although they are both wall coverings, comparing wallpaper and paint is a little like comparing apples and oranges. Both have their advantages and disadvantages so here’s our thoughts:

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8 Reasons Wainscoting Is Making A Comeback

8 Reasons to have Wainscoting in your HomeWainscoting (a type of panelling) is making a comeback. It’s becoming popular again in hallways, home offices, bathrooms, dining rooms and sometimes living rooms. But why has it become so popular again in the 21st century?  Below we list 8 reasons Wainscoting is making a comeback:-

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Results and Video of our October Draw

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Hi folks,

here are the results and video of our October Draw. Each month we have a draw for everyone who hires a tradesman and provides feedback. So not only do you get up to 4 quotes from Rated Tradesmen but you also are in with a chance to win a cash prize as well!

The draw for everyone who hired a tradesman and provided feedback in the month of September was held on October 31st. The results are as follows:-

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8 Ideas for Under Stairs Storage

Under Stairs StorageDo you need more storage in your home?

Are you fed up tripping over trainers, shoes, hurleys, footballs and sports bags in your hallway?

Do you find yourself putting items in under the stairs and then finding half of them fall out again when you reach for one thing?

Many homeowners are missing out on valuable understairs storage by not planning it properly. Sometimes the understairs space is left open which creates more of a feeling of space in the hall but if you end up stacking items such as the vacuum cleaner and toys there, it can end up looking messy most of the time. If there’s one large cupboard, it can become a case of putting something in and never seeing it again!

If you’re wondering if it’s worth the investment, here’s some ideas for organised, clever, attractive and user-friendly storage options for under your stairs:-

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The Blog Awards Ireland

Tradesmen.ie at the Blog Awards 2015
Hi folks,

just a quick note to say congratulations to all of the winners at the Blog Awards last night.  Tradesmen.ie was delighted to sponsor the Best Blog Post category and we really enjoyed meeting everyone.   Looking forward to the next one already!! 🙂

Cheers
Oliver Dempsey
Tradesmen.ie
23 October 2015

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5 Reasons to go to The Ideal Home Show this October

5 Reasons To Go To The Ideal Home Show This October

Are you looking for interior design ideas for your home? Would you like to chat to different designers and consultants but you don’t have much time? Are you trying to plan the decor for a new house or renovating a few rooms and looking for advice or ideas?

The Ideal Home Show is on in the RDS next week from 23rd – 26th October. It’s the perfect opportunity to discuss your requirements and pick up tips from a number of designers, see their designs for inspiration and spend a whole day just soaking it all up and planning changes to your home. Here’s 5 reasons why you should go along:

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