Tag: house
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Does a pergola attached to a house have special requirements?
You might think of a pergola as a freestanding garden feature, but one of the most popular trending pergola ideas of the moment is to attach the structure to one side of a house. Known by the outdoor lifestyle trade as ‘wall-mounted pergolas’, these structures bolt onto one wall of a building, extending out into…
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Why new Crooked House law won’t apply to listed WWI hangar that burned down during planning bid
A blaze that tore through a Grade II-listed First World War aircraft hangar at Old Sarum airfield – just days after a controversial housing development was greenlit – has reignited concerns over the fragility of Britain’s heritage protection laws. Hangar 3, a WW1 airstrip and base, had been central to a recent planning permission application,…
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Everlast® Advanced Composite Siding Makes Debut on PBS’s “This Old House”
Everlast® advanced composite siding will be featured on season 46, episode 4622 of the PBS television program, “This Old House.” This portion of season 46 will focus on the renovation of an 1893 colonial-style home in Westford, Massachusetts, where Everlast siding replaced the home’s aging yellow clapboard. Hosted by Kevin O’Connor, “This Old House” is…
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How to buy garden land from a neighbour to build a house
When the search for a self build plot seems fruitless and frustrating, have you considered looking closer to home? Buying land off a neighbour with a generous garden is a popular option, when and where it’s possible. This approach to finding a plot comes with advantages, such as knowing the area, not having to move…
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Can You Sell a House As-Is for Cash in Cleveland?
You’re eager to skip costly repairs, but you’re unsure about selling your Cleveland home in its current state. Rest assured, there are practical ways to sell a house as-is for cash without headaches. In this guide, you’ll learn what it means to list your property “as-is” and how it can streamline your transaction. You can…
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Pivot House: A rare Paragraph 84 home with a striking gabion wall exterior
The Pivot House is a rare example of a Paragraph 84 home – one of the few in the country to meet the stringent planning requirements for exceptional architecture in rural settings. Designed by Studio Bark, the five-bedroom self build, is an innovative off-grid dwelling, blending sustainable technologies with biophilic design principles. What makes Pivot…
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Buying a house with asbestos? What you need to know
Discovering asbestos is not necessarily a reason to avoid buying a house. And discovering it in a property may mean you are able to agree a discount. “The presence of asbestos offers the opportunity to negotiate on price,” says Paula Higgins, founder and chief executive of HomeOwners Alliance. “This is especially the case if you…
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I’ve Been Secretly Decorating My Best Friends House – Living Room Reveal Today!
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People use the word “thrilled” far too often when it should be reserved for me in moments like this. When it comes to this house I’m like a proud grandpa shoving wallet photos of my grandkids into strangers faces. Expect pride + bragging, with a big dose of personal bias. This is one of my…
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Sell Your House Fast in Glendale, AZ – Top Tips That Work!
Selling a house can be stressful, especially on a tight timeline. Whether you’re relocating for work, dealing with financial challenges, or simply wanting to move on quickly, figuring out how to sell your house fast in Glendale, AZ can feel overwhelming. But don’t worry — with the right strategy, you can sell your home quickly…
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Selling and buying a house without a FENSA certificate — understand the rules on replacement windows and doors
Whether you’re selling or buying a house without a FENSA certificate, it’s vital to be aware that its absence can cause hold-ups in the conveyancing process. And it could even bring a halt to the sale. During the process of buying a house, the purchaser’s legal enquiries can reveal that there isn’t certification from FENSA…