Tag: Homes
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IKEA now offering renewable energy devices for UK homes
IKEA has long been known for transforming how we furnish our homes, now it wants to help power them too. The retail giant has unveiled a brand-new Home Energy Services range in the UK, featuring solar panels, heat pumps, home batteries and EV chargers designed to make sustainable living simpler and more accessible. Partnering with…
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Smart Property Solutions Transform Australian Homes & Businesses
Property ownership in Australia comes with its share of challenges and opportunities. Whether you’re dealing with structural issues in an aging home, planning a commercial renovation, or dreaming of extra living space, today’s building industry offers innovative solutions that are more accessible and effective than ever before. The landscape of construction and renovation has evolved…
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Thousands of new homes approved after four-year delay
A landmark agreement between government, regulators and industry has resolved a four-year pause on housing developments in West Sussex. The delivery of 21,000 new homes had been delayed due to concerns about the protection of local wetlands and wildlife. Building work had been halted since 2021 due to concerns over the amount of water being…
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Gateway 2 ‘roadblock’ risks 1.5m homes pledge, warns CPA
The Construction Plant-hire Association (CPA) has warned that the government’s pledge to deliver 1.5 million new homes is at risk unless it fixes severe delays at Gateway 2, the approval system for higher-risk buildings. Gateway 2, introduced under the Building Safety Act 2022, requires developers to secure approval from the Building Safety Regulator before work…
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Mattamy Homes Plans 140-Home Community in Gunter, TX
Mattamy Homes, North America’s largest family-owned homebuilder, will construct 140 homes in the next phase of The Bridges at Preston Crossings, a resort-style master-planned community developed by Centurion American in Gunter, Texas. The new phase introduces a thoughtful mix of one- and two-story single-family homes built on 50-foot homesites. Homebuyers will be able to select…
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One of the UK’s largest knotweed infestations threatens homes
Along the River Roding in East London, Japanese knotweed has spread across a continuous three-mile stretch, making it one of the largest known infestations in the UK. The plant’s underground roots and dense growth threaten nearby homes, potentially reducing property values and complicating sales. Without removal of the Japanese knotweed it risks spreading year after…
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Why more homes are refusing to turn it on this winter
More than two million households are preparing to spend winter without central heating, as rising energy bills force families into drastic decisions. The number taking this step has surged by nearly a quarter in just one year, leaving millions braced for a cold winter ahead. Experts warn the scale of the heating switch-off poses a…
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From Homes to High-Rises: Why Professional Cleaning Matters
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Whether it’s a cozy home in the suburbs or a bustling commercial high-rise downtown, cleanliness is more than just visual appeal, it’s essential for health, productivity, and long-term property value. While the needs of residential and commercial spaces may differ, the importance of professional cleaning remains constant. From families seeking a safe, hygienic living space…
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CIOB Apprentice of the Month: Liam Major, assistant site manager, Croudace Homes – L6 Construction Site Management
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