Category: Home Improvement

Winter is a hard time for a garden fence. Here are some of the things to look out for to help your fence through the winter months…

The turmoil in the UK economy caused by the so-called mini-budget appears to have calmed, but the recession remains. The cost of living crisis shows no signs of abating either, with many first-time buyers delaying their first property purchase. For those who are living with family, this is perhaps less of a bad thing with…

Whether you’re retiring, moving to a retirement community, or just downsizing for health reasons, it’s important to start early and stay focused. The process can be a long, tedious one, and you’ll find that taking the time to prepare will make the transition go more smoothly. Here are a few tips to help you get…

Whether you are looking to install new pipes, or to replace existing ones, there are a number of different types of pipe fittings to choose from. These fittings are used to join, connect, and terminate different parts of a plumbing system. They are shaped like tubes or plugs and are generally made of copper, brass,…

In this day and age of uncertainty, especially when it comes to moving home. The recent COVID-19 Pandemic has put the housing market in a state of flux. Recent changes by the government regarding stamp duty has helped to ease the pressure but there may be some circumstances where you have sold your home but…

Nestled in the beautiful town of Tewkesbury just a short distance from Cheltenham, a main Town that thrives with all kinds of businesses from Accountants to Garage Doors Cheltenham based UpandOverdoorsltd is the beautiful Tewkesbury Abbey. The Abbey and its grounds are a popular destination for people across the region.

If you are planning on renovating your home, you may want to consider getting a drain survey before you do any work. These surveys are performed by drain specialists, who are experts in drainage. They have access to a number of tools and equipment that will enable them to detect and solve drainage issues. They…

Are you considering installing some oak into your property? Oak trusses are different from softwood trusses in several ways. Unlike softer woods, oak is a dense wood that has fewer air gaps than softwood does. If you are planning to build an oak truss roof, you should first check the connections between oak timbers. Check…

If you have a garage but are not getting the best use from it, then it is probably time that your garage has a makeover. Garages can be useful rooms and have the capacity to provide all sorts of things, from storage solutions to a space to work in.