Tagged: new homes

10 tips for visiting a show home

by Debbie Warner on Tuesday 31 March, 2020 in Homeowner advice, Moving Homes, New Homes

For anyone thinking about buying a new build home, one of the first steps will often be visiting a show home. There can be a lot to take in when looking around a...

Housing Minister launches homes of the future competition

by Katy Laythorne on Wednesday 4 March, 2020 in Industry News, New Homes

Housing Minister Christopher Pincher has invited the housing industry to submit ideas for the homes of the future for a new competition. The competition aims to...

On-trend shades: colours of the year 2020

by Katy Laythorne on Thursday 19 December, 2019 in Homeowner advice, Industry News, New Homes

Those seeking to redecorate in 2020 should take inspiration from the natural world, according to experts from the paint industry. Gone are 2019’s earthy hues; the...

Decorate your new-build home

by Katy Laythorne on Monday 25 November, 2019 in Homeowner advice, Moving Homes, New Homes

We certainly don’t want to take the fun out of personalising your home, but we do want to make sure you get things right. So, here are a few things to take note...

How to re-pressurise a sealed central heating system

by Katy Laythorne on Monday 25 November, 2019 in Homeowner advice, Moving Homes, New Homes

Some central heating systems have a small header tank, usually located in the loft, and will not need re-pressurising. Other systems, known as ‘sealed’ systems...

How to bleed a radiator

by Katy Laythorne on Monday 25 November, 2019 in Homeowner advice, Moving Homes, New Homes

If things start getting a little chilly in your home and you’re wondering why, look first to your radiators. It can be the case that, even with the central heating...

How to connect a kitchen appliance

by Katy Laythorne on Monday 25 November, 2019 in Homeowner advice, Moving Homes, New Homes

If you’ve just moved in, your kitchen appliances may already be connected. However, it’s still a good idea to check all of the hoses are in line and well tightened...

How to attach a floor fixing

by Katy Laythorne on Monday 25 November, 2019 in Homeowner advice, Moving Homes, New Homes

From time to time you might find a need for a floor fixing. As you might expect, you need to choose the right fixing depending on the type of floor you want to fix it...

How to attach pictures, shelves and curtain poles

by Katy Laythorne on Monday 25 November, 2019 in Homeowner advice, Moving Homes, New Homes

As you settle into your new home you will want to start adding the finishing touches such as pictures, shelves and curtain poles, but before you go drilling holes into...

New guide offers top tips to prevent moisture

by Katy Laythorne on Tuesday 5 November, 2019 in Homeowner advice, Industry News, New Homes

As winter approaches - are you concerned about moisture in your new home? A new guide published today by the UK Centre for Moisture in Buildings (UKCMB) and supported by...