The population of rats in the UK has increased by 30 million in a year to 150 million - boosted by quiet urban areas and plentiful waste food – there are now thought to be 2.2 rats for every person.
“They say you are only ever 6ft away from a rat – and in typical 2020 fashion it’s now more likely than ever this year!”, says Jenny Rathbone from UK Pest Control company Pest.co.uk...
The digital magazine subscription service Readly has compiled the UK's largest search trends across magazines during lockdown 2.0. The data reveals the most searched for topics that Brits have explored during the second lockdown – with ‘knitting’, ‘bobble hat’, ‘shares’ ‘baking’ and ‘Christmas’ coming out top. Alternative 80s rock band Spacemen 3 and interior designer Penny Morrison also...
Making modifications to your home can be wonderfully beneficial. Not only does it turn it into a better living environment for you, but it can also help to add some value to your property. There are plenty of things you can do to your house to make it better, such as having new windows put in, revamping your bathroom, purchasing new furniture, or having new floors installed. While the list of...
Many of us think about moving house, and whether it is the best option for us, sometimes. There are many reasons we may think about moving away: perhaps our children have grown up and left home or otherwise do not need to be near their school. We may be looking to downsize so that we can reduce hours at work. We may simply just be ready for a change of scene.
2021 is set to be a year of transformations for British homes, with more than half of Brits (59%) claiming they will be making home improvements, with the average spend at £6,531 per household. Decorating is revealed as the top home improvement (69%), with grey being named as 2021’s colour of choice, followed by cream and blue, according to new research by Attic Self Storage .
The number of CCTV Cameras in the UK may be as many as 5.2 million, with 1 camera for every 13 people as the popularity of public surveillance, home CCTV and doorbell camera use increases. 96% of the total number of cameras in the UK are now operated by private businesses and homeowners.
“It won’t come as a shock to most people that the number of CCTV Cameras in the UK has hit a new...
Many people dream of owning their own home, but for many reasons, it might not always be viable. Many people find themselves listing the pros and cons. So to help you out, here are a few benefits of home-owning to help you decide if it’s right for you and if you should take the leap.
Decorating and alterations
Obviously, owning your own home means you can decorate how you...
It’s a well-known fact that spending time in nature is good for your wellbeing, so what better way to boost your mood than to bring nature inside. With search volumes for “house plants delivered” increasing by 400%, and “buy houseplants online” by 200% since lockdown, Wren Kitchens have revealed the best houseplants to have in your home to help boost your mood:
The snag solving expert, HouseScan, has revealed which are the top eight most common snags found when it comes to new build homes in the UK.
With HouseScan , consumers book an appointment and a qualified home-inspector will attend the home and provide a comprehensive report that covers everything from decorating defects to ill-fitted doors and windows, to electrical, heating and...
Mastering the art of throwing the perfect go-to event isn’t without its hurdles, and those obstacles start when looking for the ideal location. Of course, parties can take place anywhere, but that’s what makes them so troublesome to plan. Few destinations can’t be transformed with significant investment and time, although few have that luxury. In many ways, that’s why throwing a home-based...
