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How Increasing the Installation of Solar Panels in Dublin Can Help Families with Rising Energy Bills

In recent years, Dublin households have been facing rapidly increasing energy costs. Fuel, gas and electricity prices have risen sharply, driven by global supply constraints, volatile markets, and policy shifts toward decarbonisation. For many families, this means choosing between heating, lighting, or other essentials. One solution that is gaining momentum is solar photovoltaic (PV) systems. By generating electricity locally from sunlight, solar panels offer both immediate and long‑term relief from energy costs. This read examines how solar can help Dublin families, what incentives exist...

Ellie Green

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How to Choose Country Garden Furniture

Authored by Val Watson
Posted: Tue, 11/22/2022 - 11:17pm

When we get into the autumn and winter months, there is most definitely a sense that the glorious warm weather we enjoyed in the summer has gone, but that doesn’t mean you can forget about the garden. In fact, the cooler months are probably the best time to take stock and refresh the garden ready for next year.

This means taking a good look at what to keep and what needs renewing and replacing, and this includes your garden furniture, which, let’s face it, is often shown to be past its best in the harsh and gloomy light of winter. And because the trend in recent years has veered...

Keeping the heating off this winter could cost Brits more than they expect

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sun, 11/20/2022 - 9:18pm

With energy prices stopping us from turning the heating on, one industry expert warns that the nation’s health is at risk

The UK is in the midst of a cost-of-living crisis, with energy price hikes making everyone think twice about boiling the kettle and using the oven. From turning appliances off and keeping doors shut, we are all having to think differently, and as it gets colder, this includes not putting the heating on.

But one industry expert thinks the wellbeing of the nation is at severe risk if we keep cold this winter, potentially creating a huge treatment burden...

Tips For Running a Plant Nursery

Authored by BHTNews.com
Posted: Sun, 11/20/2022 - 5:49pm

Would you like to open your own plant nursery? If growing plants is something that you are passionate about, there is money to be made in this market. But know that starting a nursery will require a lot of hard work. Not only will it require taking care of the administration of the business, but you are also going to have to focus on taking care of and growing the plants, so they are of great quality. Here are some tips that can help you run a plant nursery.

Know Your Target Market

It does not matter what type of business you have; you need to know who your target market is. In...

Building your new home from scratch? Here are 5 tips for you

Authored by Ellie Green
Posted: Wed, 11/16/2022 - 11:17am

Building a home is a tough task that entails various complicated processes. When you own a company that designs and builds all kinds of homes, it becomes tough to keep up with client requirements, especially when it comes to floor planning. Consider the top five tips for building a home from scratch.

After all, you are constructing a sensitive structural system that must be safe, secure, and adhere to many local and national requirements.

Make a plan and stick to it

To get the ball moving and ensure the building process runs as smoothly as possible, ensure your plan is...

Top tips when planting hedges in your garden

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Tue, 11/15/2022 - 6:36am

Should you wish to change the way your garden looks, or even give yourself an increased amount of privacy, you may be contemplating the use of hedges. Unlike fencing, these can give you a natural way of preventing people from looking in on your space, and even add to the beauty of your garden. Before you commit to buying your hedges, you may want to consider what type of hedge to buy, as well as how you can increase the likelihood of it thriving when planted.

Choose a size to suit you

Although it may be cheaper to buy younger, smaller hedges, these may not be ideal if...

4 Tips for Setting up Your Garden Office

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Mon, 11/14/2022 - 10:36pm

If you're looking to work from home without having to work, a garden office is the perfect solution. At Lugarde UK you can buy garden offices in all shapes and sizes. A garden office isn't just a place where you can sit and do your work; it's also a place where you can relax, unwind and enjoy some fresh air. If you're looking for an opportunity to get outside and exercise, then a garden office is an even better option. Here are four tips for setting up a garden office at home.

1. Think of the Lighting

Lighting is one of the most overlooked aspects of office design. This...

Redrow partners with John Lewis for an exciting Christmas event to launch their latest Exeter show home

Prepare for a good old-fashioned dose of Christmas cheer as Redrow South West launches their latest showroom in Exeter, St Michael’s Meadow, on the 26th of November, with a traditional Christmas-themed event in collaboration with the John Lewis design team.

The community event in Alphington celebrates the opening of the showrooms of this new development, St Michael’s Meadow, and is guaranteed to bring a smile to the faces of all those that attend. Local school (insert school) will treat guests to carol singing , within a John Lewis-dressed Christmas showroom, complete with a...

Acorn Property Group Launches New Housing Scheme at St. Leonards 

The first phase of a bespoke new housing development in the popular St. Leonards area of Exeter has launched.

The significant development of St. Leonards Quarter – Acorn Property Group’s first Exeter based project – will see 146 new open market and affordable homes brought to the area.

Situated less than a mile outside of the city centre, the development is designed for first time buyers, professionals, families and downsizers, and has already received extremely high levels of interest from potential buyers.

The properties, which range from one to five–bedroom...

As Exeter’s Housing Market Calms Down, Luxury and Sustainable Builds Take Pride of Place

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Wed, 11/02/2022 - 10:58pm

House prices in Exeter and Devon as a whole continue to rise, but they have slowed on the chaos of last year. According to The Independent, prices have slowed from the astronomical rises of 2021, and have calmed to a relatively tame 9.2% . However, there are rumblings in the background, due to rising interest prices and the cost of living, that creates a more complex picture. In general, home buyers are needing to purchase on longer mortgages, with the quality of the housing absolutely crucial. Exeter has a huge amount to offer those buyers showing their confidence; what can the housing...

How to Compare Relocation Costs Online

Authored by Val Watson
Posted: Wed, 11/02/2022 - 7:13am

So you're thinking about relocating and you want to get an idea of how much it's going to cost. The internet is a great place to start your research but, as with anything else, you need to know how to compare relocation costs online effectively.

Moving is hard enough as it is, but add in a few hundred (or thousand) miles between you and your old home, and you've got a recipe for disaster. But don't worry, we're here to help! Here are the types of professionals you can hire to help with your relocation.

An Auto Transport Company

If you're moving long distances, chances...

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