Archived entries for July 2012
5 Steps To Your Loft Conversion
26 July 2012
Step 1 When you initially meet with your Loft Conversion Specialist you'll be asked key questions like: How do you intend to use this added habitable loft space? Are there design features that are important to you? They will then explain essential legal requirements such as Party Wall Agreements and the need for Planning Approval or Building Regulations. There are a number of standard things to consider... Continue reading 5 Steps To Your Loft Conversion
What to do in the event of a flood
25 July 2012
It has been hard to miss the images of flood-hit regions in the UK in the past few weeks. Watching home owners removing sodden belongings from their homes has been heart wrenching. The daily news reports from areas across the country have highlighted how unexpected the sudden rush of water has been. Flood victims lost everything and had their lives changed overnight. Millions of people are wondering... Continue reading What to do in the event of a flood
Garden rooms: A place for working and playing
19 July 2012
All too often garden rooms are looked upon as a place of work, and many people do not fully exploit their potential as a place for relaxation and fun. However, garden rooms provide a multi-functional space that can serve a number of purposes, depending on the needs of the individual household. These buildings are fully insulated garden rooms and can be used as an extension to any home as a long... Continue reading Garden rooms: A place for working and playing
Designing a Front Garden
14 July 2012
There are many things to consider when designing a front garden. A well designed front garden is very important and becoming more so. The garden is the public face of your house and creates the first impression to anyone visiting or passing by. If you're trying to sell your house you need to create the right first impression and give your property that all important kerb appeal. Where... Continue reading Designing a Front Garden
Green living - your home through emerald lenses
8 July 2012
As consumers we're constantly confronted with lifestyle decisions that can impact our environment. Going with the flow of our culture is hard to avoid, and unfortunately the flow is hardly ever in the direction of a sustainable future. However one of the most environmentally significant choices that any of us will make is the kind of house we live in and how we live within it. The average UK home... Continue reading Green living - your home through emerald lenses
DIY home improvements that are insanely easy
6 July 2012
DIY need not be difficult or time consuming. Not everyone has the necessary level of skill to paint a mural or re-purpose a piece of furniture, but there are plenty of quick and easy ways to add a touch of style and flair to your home at almost no cost. Updating the look of your home on a budget doesn't make your belongings any less valuable, so be sure to compare contents insurance policies... Continue reading DIY home improvements that are insanely easy
"Garden grabbing" or self-build opportunities?
3 July 2012
As the dust settles on the launch of the Housing Minister's Self-build programme, it is worthwhile reflecting on whether things will get easier for the budding self-builder? The availability of land and more importantly, the availability of land with development potential has always been the crucial first stage in building a new house. It seems a paradox that on the one hand the Housing Minister,... Continue reading "Garden grabbing" or self-build opportunities?
Appeal Templates - Why couldn't everything be this simple
1 July 2012
Responding to consumer demand, Applied Planning Services Limited have created a series of appeal template packages for those seeking to appeal against a local authority planning decision to either refuse or fail to determine a planning application. Competitively priced, the template packages provide a level of professional tailor made support to meet your requirements. For further details please visit... Continue reading Appeal Templates - Why couldn't everything be this simple