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There are two types of home improvement advice. One type tells you the possibilities, but not the costs. The other, type guides you to a specific product or contractor. Both types of advice are not helpful if you want to be budget conscious.
Now at Home addresses the practical side of home improvement. It covers doors and windows, gardens, decks, gates, and fencing. The site, operating since 2022, focuses on home improvement project details, potential costs, common errors, and project value.
Some home improvements are obviously worth the investment. There are financial benefits of replacing single glazing, adding loft insulation, and getting an electric gate. Improving the quality of deck use, the garden, and getting a year-round functional conservatory are less clear financial improvements. However, the value of these projects goes beyond financial improvements.
The real-life experiences of home improvement projects that this site is built on provide you the value of projects and tell you the downsides if the project is not worth doing. This site is for people who want to understand what they are getting into first.
Composite front doors are far more costly than uPVC front doors, as you’ll see when getting quotes and comparing products. Composite front doors generally cost twice as much as their uPVC counterparts. Thus, it’s a fair question to ask whether composite doors are worth their high price. The short answer is ‘Yes’, and for most […]
Read MoreAfter a major storm, a blown down fence can feel annoying, but is usually preventable. Most of the time, there is a simple and obvious solution, and it most likely refers to the posts. Fence panels let the wind through, but the posts are what hold the fence together. If the posts are set shallow, […]
Read MoreTo create your own comfortable and stylish garden there are many decisions to make and one of them is the garden parasol. Not only they are useful to offer shade and protection against the sun rays but also can be used to beautify the outdoor area. In this post, we will look at the benefits […]
Read MoreWhen planning the perfect outdoor living space, it’s important to consider functionality as well as aesthetics. The right deck should allow you to enjoy your favorite outdoor activities while providing an attractive and inviting area for entertaining family and friends. Here are some tips and ideas for designing the perfect deck: • Choose a material […]
Read MoreRooflights make homes more beautiful through the incorporation of additional natural light. Glass rooflights are even more aesthetically pleasing, with beautiful clear glass looking up into the sky. Bespoke glass rooflights are the perfect solution where aesthetics matter but an out of the box solution will not work for one reason or another. Be it […]
Read MoreIf you are considering moving house or buying / renting a new home then you should ensure that you do your research before deciding exactly where to live. It may be that you are limited as to where you can live as you need to be close to your place of work, children’s school or […]
Read MoreGrass, seating areas, verandas, patios… all are good options for the garden. But what about decking? How can it be used in the garden, is it a viable option for your home, and will it look just as good as a paved patio or a veranda? The short answer is that yes it will; decking […]
Read MoreEven if you have a dishwasher, the sink is still something very important to consider in your kitchen. The sink is as much about designing your kitchen to look a certain way as it is about ensuring your kitchen is practical. You should choose a sink based on the way that it looks, as well […]
Read MoreLondon is a vibrant, exciting place to live, with a lot to offer everybody. Homes themselves can be smaller than average, though – and if not, they can be very expensive. The average person will not be able to afford an enormous London home. However, many own their own little slice of city living, and […]
Read MoreRooflights are a premium option for many, but they can do so much for a property that really, than should be considered as standard more often. Here are three reasons why you might want to consider a rooflight for your home: Rooflights can make your home feel bigger. When a house of flat is lighter […]
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