A few things to consider when improving your home

INSULATION

When you insulate your attic and walls it can give you savings of 50% or more on your annual heating bill and also reduce your carbon footprint.

As the price of heating fuel increases every year it is ever more important that we try to heat our homes as efficiently as possible. If we can hold the heat inside our homes as long as possible then we don’t need to burn as much fuel, therefore saving on our heating bill.

DOORS

A good door is a worthwhile investment, whether it be internal or external. Badly fitting doors can contribute greatly to heat loss, so by having doors expertly made and fitted will prove to be an investment that will pay for itself over time.

SECURITY AND CRIME PREVENTION

Make you’re your home is properly protected from Burglars and prying eyes. Get advice from your local security company and consider Installing a burglar alarm with the added security of a monitoring service.

KITCHENS

There are a vast amount of companies specialising in fitted kitchens – employing 3-D technology, these companies can crete a ‘virtual’ model of your kitchen. Fitted kitchens are becoming increasingly affordable – a visit to a showroom is an excellent way to experience the feel of a kitchen.

PLUMBER

Like the electrician, a good Plumber is worth their weight in gold when it comes to pipes, water supply and gas installation in the home. Both the electrician and the plumber must work in harmony to ensure the smooth installation of heating systems. It is also important to determine where each of their responsibilities begin and end especially when it comes to installing heating systems.

FLOORING AND CURTAINS

The choice of flooring is vast, both in materials and design. In general it’s always down to personal taste, but whatever choice you make be sure it’s practical, hard-wearing and good value for money.

Likewise with curtains. The choice is vast and it’s very much a matter of your own taste, but you can get a lot of useful advice from your local reputable dealer.

FURNITURE

Buying good quality furniture locally is a wise move in the long run. You’ll get the best advice on what’s most suited to your needs.