Tag: Expert
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Cavity wall insulation mistakes: Our expert explains the ones to avoid
Cavity wall insulation is one of those home improvements that sounds like a no-brainer, promising a warmer home, fewer draughts and lower energy bills . In most cases, that’s exactly what you get, provided your home is actually suitable for it and the job is done properly. Unfortunately, many homeowners jump in too quickly, tempted…
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Choosing barn conversion windows: An expert guide
The great thing about barn conversions is the way that old agricultural buildings lend themselves to bright, open plan, modern living spaces whilst retaining their rural character. Windows play a key part in this transformation and help to form a comfortable and modern family home. But, when it comes to barn conversion windows, they’re far…
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How to maintain a boiling water tap: an expert guide
Boiling water taps can be expensive, so it’s worth learning about the maintenance needed to keep them in good working order and extend their lifespan. Whether you want to quickly fill a hot water bottle or make an instant brew, boiling water taps can be an energy-efficient alternative to a kettle (depending on a few…
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SGH Welcomes Structural Design Expert Han Xu
Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) is pleased to welcome Han Xu to the firm as a Principal, bolstering our structural engineering and consulting expertise. He joins SGH’s New Structural Design Division in the Boston, MA, area, where he will partner closely with SGH peers and clients throughout New England. Han brings more than twenty-five years of…
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SGH Welcomes Structural Design Expert Han Xu
Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) is pleased to welcome Han Xu to the firm as a Principal, bolstering our structural engineering and consulting expertise. He joins SGH’s New Structural Design Division in the Boston, MA, area, where he will partner closely with SGH peers and clients throughout New England. Han brings more than twenty-five years of…
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How to get rid of damp in your basement: 6 expert tips
Damp in basements is a common problem in many households, but that doesn’t mean it should be ignored. Most often found in older houses, it is caused by poor drainage, high humidity levels and moisture seeping through cracks in the structure. While severe cases of damp require professional intervention to ensure they are correctly treated,…
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Expert warns of the 8 most common insulation mistakes
If there’s one part of a self build or renovation that’s easy to underestimate, it’s insulation. Most of us know it’s essential for keeping the house warm and reducing energy bills, but the reality is that insulation isn’t just about stuffing some material into walls or roofs and calling it a day. Done wrongly, it…
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Renovating a listed building? 5 expert led practical rules
If, like me, you’ve survived renovating a listed building, you’ll perhaps understand the use of the word survival. As dramatic as it might sound, taking on any house renovation can be challenging. Deciding to renovate a listed building adds in a whole other level of skill and determination, not just from you, but from your…
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Do radiator booster fans really work? An expert weighs in
With heating bills soaring, everyone is looking for a simple way to cut costs – which is where radiator booster fans could come to the rescue. For those who have never heard of them, these gadgets attach to the bottom or top of the best radiator, drawing in cooler air from the floor, blowing it…
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How much is too much insulation? An expert explains
For most self builders, installing insulation is a no-brainer and the corner stone of improving the energy efficiency of a home. It’s one of those investments that seem to tick every box and by wrapping your home in enough insulation, the result should be that you’ll spend less on heating, live more comfortably, and lower…