Family value
Estate agents are right when they say location is everything. Even in the 21st century we still don’t stray far from our childhood homes…
DIY
Make your house immune to pests
A house becomes a wonderful place to live in once all the impurities are over. The impurities in a house can be bad respiration system,…
Safe methods for asbestos removal during home renovations
Many people choose to purchase older homes and do the renovation work themselves. Asbestos was once used for insulation, fireproofing and soundproofing in older…
Let it shine! Solar water heating for your home
Ireland actually enjoys a very healthy amount of solar radiation, not unlike that of the South of England, so what do you need to…
FIRE – Could you afford to rebuild your home?
You probably don’t want to think about it but 1000’s of Irish homeowners could be incorrectly estimating the cost of re-building their home in the…
8 common home inspection problem areas
You found the perfect home, you’ve signed all the papers, and now all that’s left is to wait for the results of the inspection. This…
A kitchen can sell a home
It’s extremely rare that you find a house without one and yet it can be one of the most important factors for people when they’re…
Ten tips to get your home ready for winter
SOLAR PANELS use the sun’s power to heat a percentage of your hot water. In a four- to five-person house these will cost about €3,000 to…
What are Orangeries?
Orangeries, similar to conservatories but built more solidly with timber or brick, let you enjoy the view of your garden year-long and increase precious living…
How to Wire a Standard Plug
Please read the following instructions carefully. Be sure to check for any special requirements before you fit a plug to any appliance. The first…