Homes & Gardens

Transforming Your Home for a Greener Future

In the quest for a more sustainable lifestyle, transforming your home into an eco-friendly haven will be a significant step towards reducing your environmental footprint and contributing to a greener future. Implementing simple yet effective changes will create a living space that is not only...

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Smart home safety: How to protect your home devices from hackers

Without a doubt, the Internet of Things (IoT) has opened up many new possibilities in our homes. We now have access to better levels of connectivity and convenience than ever before.

Yet, it isn’t all good news. This revolutionary technology might also expose your home to security breaches. A 2021 study by watchdog Euroconsumers illustrates this point. They found that 10 out of 16...

Introducing Shared Ownership Mortgages: The Future of Home Ownership

Are Shared Ownership Mortgages right for you? Shared Ownership Mortgages are a great option for people who want to own their home but don't want to deal with the hassle and expense of a traditional mortgage.

Explaining the Shared Ownership Mortgage

The shared ownership mortgage is a type of mortgage that allows a homeowner to own a portion of a property together with other...

How to Hire a Handyman

Getting work done in your home or office can be time-consuming. If you do it yourself things can spiral out of control easily, causing stress and delays. Hiring a handyman is not only time saving, but it is often money saving too. It also reduces stress.

How do you hire a handyman though? Here are some basic tips that should help you find the right man or woman for the job at the...

3 Reasons Why Buying a New Build Isn’t a Bad Idea

Purchasing a new build property can understandably make one nervous. Homes are being snatched up quickly, and it’s often the case that new builds are the last and slowest to go.

Some buyers have faced problems with their freshly constructed homes , footing enormous bills to cover the costs of repairs. Still, problems can surface in all walks of life if one isn’t careful enough, so it...

How To Plan The Layout Of Your Loft Conversion

Is there a loft area present in your home? If yes, then it is then you are in the right place. Many people think loft is a basic area, but there are many things you can do to convert it.

You may already have some great loft conversion ideas, but there are many things you have to keep in mind when doing it. Here is all you need to know about a loft conversion .

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Okement Park: Housebuilder unveils show homes at new development near Okehampton

House hunters now have a chance to experience life at one of Devon’s newest communities after Barratt Homes unveiled three new show homes at its Okement Park development.

Okement Park is a collection of 220 2, 3 and 4 bedroom homes on the edge of Okehampton and within a mile of the town centre, in reach of independent shops and restaurants.

A genuinely modern development,...

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How to Reduce Your Energy Bills with Green Energy

Energy bills are at an all-time high for households across the country, as further hikes to the energy price cap threaten to plunge millions into fuel poverty this winter . Reliance on nationally distributed energy is reliance on expensive and unsustainable fuel that contributes to household carbon costs as well as financial outgoings.

As more people grow concerned for their future...