Archived Entries - Diy
4 articles listed for the category Diy
Insulating your home
6 September 2012
According to the Energy Saving Trust, the average home loses 26% of its heat through the roof, 33% through the walls and 20% through drafts and bad ventilation. If you live in an older or poorly insulated home, the good news is that you can slow the escape of heat in all these areas through installing adequate home insulation. Unlike solar panels, wind turbines or other additions that will slash your... Continue reading Insulating your home
DIY may damage your health
19 February 2011
Is it just me or does every other advert on the television appear to be from some home improvement company trying to either sell me double glazing or fitted wardrobes? The increase in home improvement adverts is a sure sign that the season is upon us. Whilst home improvement should be applauded as a way of not only saving you money but also improving your home, there are some jobs that might be just... Continue reading DIY may damage your health
DIY may damage your health and knock down your property value
10 October 2010
According to a study undertaken by the insurance firm LV=, around 27% of homeowners admit they have undertaken electrical jobs without professional help, while 22% have attempted plumbing work, and 9% have tried their hand at structural improvements, such as removing walls. A further 6% have even tried to carry out major building work themselves, such as a loft conversion, while 3% have tackled potentially... Continue reading DIY may damage your health and knock down your property value
DIY may damage your health and knock down your property value
3 May 2010
According to a recent study undertaken by the insurance firm LV=, around 27pc of homeowners admit they have undertaken electrical jobs without professional help, while 22pc have attempted plumbing work, and 9pc have tried their hand at structural improvements, such as removing walls. A further 6pc have even tried to carry out major building work themselves, such as a loft conversion, while 3pc have... Continue reading DIY may damage your health and knock down your property value