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04
Aug

How to Insulate Your Attic: A Practical Guide to Energy Efficiency

If your home feels colder than it should, even with the heating on, there’s a good chance the culprit lies right above your head.  Attic insulation is one of the most effective ways to reduce heat loss in a home, and yet it’s often overlooked. In existing homes especially, the attic space can be a major source of wasted energy. Without enough insulation, heat escapes rapidly through the roof, driving…

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28
Jul

How to Remove Rubber Marks from Vinyl Flooring: 6 Natural Methods

Vinyl flooring is a popular and durable option in many UK and Irish homes, known for its low maintenance and sleek appearance. But even the best-kept floors can suffer the occasional annoyance of rubber marks, especially those dreaded black scuff marks from shoes, furniture legs, or pushchairs. These unsightly marks may look permanent, but don't worry — they’re often easier to remove than you’d expect. In this guide, we’ll show you how…

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A dark and moody attic with a ray of light coming from a window
14
Jul

Attic Insulation: Benefits, Costs and Best Materials

Insulation is one of the best investments you can do in your home. We are saying investment because it’s more than just a construction project. If you have to choose which part of your home to insulate, then start with the attic. Why the attic and what is the best insulation – read in our comprehensive blog. Why Insulating Your Attic Is Worth It Source: Unsplash The attic is one…

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07
Jul

7 Fixes for a Better Window and Door Insulation for Winter

One of the main problems during the winter is how to insulate your home so that no heat escapes. For harsh winters, especially like the ones in Ireland, this is a key concern for most homeowners. Fortunately, there are easy fixes that can significantly improve the insulation of your home. In this article we have gathered the best home fixes to insulate windows and doors. Areas Where Heat Escapes Often…

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Different houses from above
30
Jun

Complete Guide to Planning a Roof Remodel

One of the most overwhelming of all home renovations is the roof remodel. This particular construction job can be difficult, time-consuming and quite costly for most homeowners. However, the benefits greatly outweigh the concerns. When does your roof need a renovation, how to prepare and what do plan ahead, read our complete guide to a roof structure remodel. When Does Your Roof Need Renovation? Source: Unsplash The roof is the…

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23
Jun

Condensation on Inside of Windows: Causes and Prevention

Condensation on the inside of windows may not seem as a big problem to most homeowners, but they will be mistaken. Condensation can lead to serious issues in the future if not attended to quickly and expertly. What causes condensation, what its effects are in the household and how to fix it – read in our comprehensive blog post. What Causes Condensation on Windows? Source: Unsplash Condensation on windows is…

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02
Jun

What Home Insulation Grants Can You Apply for in Ireland?

Insulation of your home is probably one of the most important steps in any long-term renovation. Proper insulation will significantly cut energy costs from heating bills for you as a homeowner, make your home more energy-efficient and warm, and add extra value to your property if you decide to sell. However, if we put aside all the pros of insulating your home, the whole process can be very costly. The…

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27
May

10 Simple and Effective Under Stairs Storage Ideas

Owning a large home is a challenge, but the biggest challenge is how to maximise every space in the house. For big families with a lot of kids this is the question every day – where do we get more space for storage. One of the often overlooked spaces in the home is under the stairs. Houses with staircases provide ample space under the steps that oftentimes stays completely unused.…

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A cottage with white walls and a lot of flowers in the garden
23
May

Wet Dash Render: How to Mix and Apply It

If you are planning to renovate the outside of your home, one of the best techniques for exterior walls is using wet dash render. This particular choice is excellent for the weather in Ireland, where we receive heavy rainfall throughout the year. Wet dash render is practical, durable, and requires little to no maintenance, making it the best choice for exterior renovations. What is wet dash render, how to mix and apply…

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Construction worker insulating a wall
20
May

Garage Conversion: A Practical How-to Guide

Every homeowner wants more living space at some point. One way to do that is to convert your garage into a new room. Depending on the condition of your garage, this is a very good DIY project. But it's best to hire a professional construction service if you need windows, plumbing, or electrical work done. We have gathered all the information about garage conversions in Cork and Galway, Ireland. This…

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