June 2009

Conservatory sales to rise?
The number of conservatories sold in the UK could rise in the short-term before new plans make the construction of them more expensive, it has been suggested.

Home security fittings 'can impact on cover costs'
People who are moving into new properties should consider security levels when preparing to get an insurance quote.

Over 30% of Brits 'not investing in security'
New research has revealed that a number of people have not invested in home security products in the past year.

Double glazing firm supports local school
A leading home improvement firm has donated a number of computers to a Norwich school.

Half of Brits 'have never had efficiency advice'
Almost 50 per cent of Brits have not been given advice on energy efficiency from tradespeople working on renovations in their home, it has been revealed.

Council issues double glazing grant
A £1,500 grant is being awarded to a village hall in Scarborough that needs new double glazing.

Over-50s 'stepping up home security'
Homeowners over 50 have taken steps to improve their home security, it has been claimed.

Kitchen and bathroom renovations 'are increasingly popular'
An expert has claimed that homeowners are increasingly looking at renovating parts of their properties including bathrooms and kitchens.

Summer is 'the time for home improvement'
An expert has claimed that most people consider home improvement work in the summer months.

Home security 'should be a high priority'
Homeowners have been urged to make sure they take security issues seriously.

Oldham estate gets double glazing boost
Old properties on an Oldham estate have been given a revamp by a regeneration firm.

Gunthorpe set for security advice
Police are to visit the Gunthorpe area in Peterborough to offer local residents advice on home security.

Bathroom work 'can add 20% to a property's value'
New figures have suggested the financial benefits of home improvement work.

Over-50s get home security advice
An over-50s forum in Blyth has been given advice on crime prevention at a recent meeting.

Homeowners 'can enjoy conservatories all year-round'
Conservatories can be used by homeowners in both the summer and winter months, an expert has claimed.

Community scheme highlights home security issues
A major community scheme in Fife has helped to provide vulnerable residents with advice on issues including home security.

Double glazing boost for village hall
A village in Oxfordshire is to benefit from a range of improvements including double glazing.

Home improvement exhibition confirmed
Details have been revealed about the upcoming Southern Homebuilding & Renovating Show.

Expert praises kitchen renovations
Renovating a kitchen is an ideal way to add value to a property, according to an expert.

'Simple changes' can make bathroom warmer
Homeowners looking to make their bathroom feel warmer should consider three simple issues, it has been claimed.

Homes get UPVC windows boost
A range of homes in Shankill have been given major improvements including UPVC windows.

Neighbourhood Watch Week gets underway
Property owners across the UK are being informed about home security issues as part of a major initiative.

Welsh begin green homes search
The Welsh Assembly Government has launched a new competition looking for some of the most energy efficient property designs in the UK.

Home improvements 'an easy way to value to a property'
An expert has claimed that home improvement projects are "a really easy way of adding space and value" to a property.

Blinds 'can boost a conservatory's style'
Adding blinds to a conservatory can improve the feel and style of the home extension, it has been claimed.

Renovations can make a home 'stand out from a crowd'
Home improvement work can make a property "stand out from the crowd", an expert has claimed.

Average home improvement 'costs £1,162'
New research has revealed that the average cost of home improvements or alterations has risen slightly in the past two years.

Home improvement blog launched
A new blog created to offer property owners tips on home improvements including bathroom and kitchen renovations has been launched.

Green building regulations consultation launched
A new consultation on the government's green building regulations has been launched.

Sustainability 'a massive issue for development work'
The concept of making homes more sustainable has become a "massive issue", according to an expert.

Government considers conservatory standards
The government is looking at ways to boost the energy efficiency of conservatories, it has been revealed.

Home security 'vital during summer months'
Property owners should not get forget about the basics of home security this summer, police have urged.

Renovation issue 'dropped from government plans'
The government's new consultation on making properties more energy efficient does not address an issue related to renovation work.

Home security 'can be simple and effective'
Ensuring your property is safe does not have to be expensive, according to an expert.

Figures highlight need for energy efficiency
New statistics predicting a rise in the cost of utility bills have highlighted the need for homeowners to boost the energy efficiency of their properties.

Home improvements 'can impact on a property's character'
People planning major home improvement work should consider how it could impact on the character of their property, it has been claimed.

Exterior 'a key consideration for home improvements'
People should bear in mind what impact home improvements could have on the exterior appearance of their property, according to an expert.

Home improvements 'should be practical'
Property owners need to think practically when planning home improvement work, it has been claimed.

Efficiency drive 'could create jobs'
Efforts to make homes across England and Wales more energy efficient could create jobs, it has been claimed.

Quarter of over-50s 'go professional for renovation work'
One in four people over 50 in the UK employ tradesmen to carry out home improvement work on their properties, new figures have revealed.

Brits waste £350m on renovation mistakes
New figures have revealed that people in the UK collectively pay £350 million a year to fix mistakes made during home improvement projects.

Homeowners warned over subsidence
Property owners could benefit from getting their homes checked for subsidence before planning home improvements.