Tag: Double Glazing
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Beat the chill and BOOST your home’s value by almost £22,000 this winter!
Selling your home this winter? Forget painting the fence and mowing the lawn, smart sellers are being urged to make their homes winter-ready to attract buyers with an eye on warmth and comfort this season. With the housing market traditionally heating up as we head into Autumn, experts at online estate agent Yopa have revealed…
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Landlords Get 7 Years to Improve Homes’ Energy Ratings
Get ready, landlords! The government is cracking down on energy-guzzling rental properties. They’re bringing in a new law that forces you to make your properties more energy-efficient. What’s Changing? Right now, you only need an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of “E” to rent out your property. But, starting in 2030, you’ll need to upgrade…
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Landlords – What Renters Really Want!
Forget fancy kitchens – it’s the basics that matter to today’s renters! New data reveals what they won’t budge on, giving you the edge in this competitive market. The latest stats from Barclays Property Insights show that while rent increases are slowing down, renters are becoming more demanding. It’s not just about the price anymore…
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Boost Your Home’s Value by £55K with Simple Eco Upgrades
Enhancing your home’s energy efficiency isn’t just good for the planet—it could also pump up your property’s value by as much as £55,000. As we head towards summer, many Brits are seizing the chance to make their homes more sustainable, aiming not only to trim down energy bills but also to boost their property’s market…
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Sunlit Savings or Financial Clouds? The Mixed Experience of Solar Panel Owners
Solar panels have been championed as a beacon of sustainability and cost-effectiveness. With about 1.3 million UK homes now adorned with these gleaming slivers of technology, the majority of homeowners have basked in the glow of reduced energy expenses. However, a new study has cast a shadow for some, revealing that solar panels do not…
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Solar Panels – Are They Worth Installing?
There’s a growing trend across the UK, where solar panels are increasingly seen as a smart choice for energy-saving and environmental benefits, especially in the wake of rising energy costs spurred by global events. The FT looked into the financial pros and cons of solar – here’s our summary. The push towards solar energy has…
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What Adds More Value, uPVC or Wood for Your Double Glazing?
When it comes to home improvements, one of the biggest decisions homeowners face is choosing the right type of windows. Ed and his wife, recent movers, are grappling with this exact dilemma: should they opt for uPVC double glazing, which is more affordable, or invest in expensive wooden frames to potentially increase their home’s value?…
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Making Your Home Irresistible to Buyers: The Features They’re After
If you’re thinking of selling your home in the UK market, it’s a promising time. With employment rates growing and wage boosts providing a silver lining amid rising inflation, potential homebuyers are showing resilience against the backdrop of soaring mortgage costs. In light of a recent, slight dip in house prices following a sustained growth…
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The Shrinking Pool: Recent Decline in First-Time Buyers
The property landscape in the UK is being revised with considerable changes. Between January to August, a 22% decrease was noted in first-time home buyers, compared to the same time frame last year. This piece of concerning information is courtesy of the mortgage lender, Halifax. The same source points out that first-time buyers accounted for…