Archive for June, 2010
Friday, June 11th, 2010
Central heating is still by far the cheapest and the most efficient way to keep warm in winter, but unfortunately there are still many of us using old boilers that not only bad for the environments but also expensive to run
Replacing your old boiler must be a priority if you have just moved to a new property or hoping to save money on your gas bill, a high efficiency boiler and heating system with good controls can save you up to around 30% on your bills per year.
Whether you’re considering installing your first central heating system or replacing your old one, make sure you your fitter is a Gas Safe Registered.
Your Gas safe engineer will be able to advice on the best system for your property so make sure you consult with them first before buying your new boiler
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Friday, June 11th, 2010
Many families suffer daily with the availability of just one bathroom or toilet facilities in the house or flat they live in ( especially during the morning rush hour ), Adding a second bathroom, en-suite bathroom, toilet or a shower room is not only an investments in your comfort but also a great investments in your property
The market has all sizes, shapes and design to fit your available space, your bathroom fitter will be able to pick the right materials for your available space
The possibility of adding a new bathroom or en-suite is endless but you must consider the one major factor in deciding the location of the new bathroom or toilet
Drains and plumbing
You Bathroom will have to be connected to drains and plumbing. Sanitary fittings must be connected to a soil stack which is 100 mm (4in) diameter vertical pipe leading to an underground drain at an inspection chamber ( the manhole) The gradient of the drain should be neither too steep or to shallow, otherwise the possibility of blockages might occur, your plumber should be able to advise on the best sloution
Where it is not possible to connect directly to the manhole, there are other options available such as Saniflo – http://www.saniflo.com that can serve a new shower or bath tube
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Monday, June 7th, 2010
In England and Wales work carried out on a part of your property which adjoins your neighbours, must comply with the Party Wall Act 1996.
A party wall is any wall on the boundary line of two or more properties and includes garden walls as well as the walls of buildings, when you are carrying out work that will affect the structural strength or support function of the party wall or might cause damage to the neighbouring side of the wall you must officially (normally in writing) notify your affected neighbour.
The notice must be served at least two months before the intended start date of the work, giving details of the work to be carried out, But most importantly, no work may start until all neighbouring parties have agreed in writing to the notice.
The process is simple but is some cases you may need to seek advice from your building control office, a party wall surveyor or an architect
You could ask your Local Builders for advice
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Monday, June 7th, 2010
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First Builders quote service is completely free and all works is reasonably priced
Our staff are experienced in all aspects of house renovation worksin London: plumbers, carpenters, painters and decorators, bricklayers, electricians, carpenters and builders
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Wednesday, June 2nd, 2010
Most of London’s properties has a small kitchens space and some cases tiny space and in a small kitchen every space available matters
Planning your kitchen will include many main areas from space for food preparation and cooking to washing up and storage so it essential to plan the room thoroughly.
The basic design rules for kitchens, however large or small depends on shape of the room, most common basic shapes for a kitchen plan are I, U and L shapes.
I shaped kitchen, in this type of kitchen, all appliances and storage are down one side of the room, making a neat, tidy and efficient line of kitchen cabinets
L shaped kitchen fits best where the kitchen can be installed into one corner.The L shaped kitchen can be either fitted neatly around the corner or if the space permits, one arm can be build into the room to act as a serving table or eating bar.
U shaped can be fitted in square kitchens and is often best in a confined space because the appliances can be installed around the cook, who stands in the centre and has everything within reach.
The most important decision when it comes to fitting a new kitchen, repairing old kitchen or renovating your kitchen is off course the kitchen fitter, hiring professional kitchen fitter in London is a wise investment
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Wednesday, June 2nd, 2010
Kitchen and garage conversions are the most popular way and relatively the lowest cost method of increasing the floor area of an existing property and adding real value to your house or flat.
Building extra space can be used in many ways form adding extra rooms, dining area, second living room, play room or home office to building a full extension .The cost of building a garage or Kitchen extensions can be reduced by choosing the right building materials and hiring an experienced building contractor in london
Most of the house extensions builders will provide you with a estimation of the total cost but you should insist on having a fixed price quotation and a clear step payments plan
You should make sure you builders use a contract and have the right kind of insurance
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Wednesday, June 2nd, 2010
PLANNING PERMISSION
Usually you will not require planning permission, provided you do not exceed the permitted development limit for the property , 50-70 cubic metres, depending on where you live London.
If you have a listed buildings or you house is in conservation areas you do not benefit from “permitted development” and in most cases a full Planning Permission is needed.
Also if the property has been extended in the past, you will have to work out the used up space have and if you have used all your permitted development area you may need permission.
Your London Builder will have more information
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