Author Archives: Natalie

Painting a hallway

By Natalie | Published October 22, 2013

Good condition Average condition Poor condition Low High Low High Low High Painting a hallway £150 £375 £225 £565 £300 £750 Choosing the right paint is important in any decorating job and this will make all the difference when it comes to the final cost for your project. Prices range from a DIY store’s own […]

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Wallpapering a hallway

By Natalie | Published October 22, 2013

Good condition Average condition Poor condition Low High Low High Low High Wallpapering a hallway £200 £500 £300 £750 £400 £1,000 Wallpapering in hallways can be one of the most difficult areas of the house to deal with and there is definitely a chance that scaffold or ladders will be needed to make the job […]

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Removing décor in a hallway

By Natalie | Published October 22, 2013

Good condition Average condition Poor condition Low High Low High Low High Removing décor in a hallway £100 £250 £150 £375 £200 £500 The price you will pay to remove décor from your hallway is going to mostly be dictated by the size of your hall and, especially, how high it is. Hallways are often […]

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Painting a dining room

By Natalie | Published October 22, 2013

Good condition Average condition Poor condition Low High Low High Low High Painting a dining room £150 £375 £225 £565 £300 £750 The size of your dining room, as well as the shape, will determine how much it costs to paint. A simple box shape will make it easy for your painter and decorator to […]

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Wallpapering a dining room

By Natalie | Published October 22, 2013

Good condition Average condition Poor condition Low High Low High Low High Wallpapering a dining room £200 £500 £300 £750 £400 £1,000 The wallpaper in your dining room should set the mood for those evenings in with friends and family, though you may want to make sure it is easy to wipe down if you […]

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Repairing or replacing windows and doors

By Natalie | Published October 22, 2013

Planning permission is generally not required with regard to installing new doors or windows to your property, unless the it is a listed property, in which case you may require listed building consent. Planning permission You do not need to apply for planning permission when it comes to doors and windows, if: You are carrying […]

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Security alarms

By Natalie | Published October 22, 2013

Security alarms act as a deterrent against crime. They can communicate with the police, fire departments, private security companies, and they are on the list of things that people look for when searching for a new home. The demand for security alarms is increasing and they are a good investment to make, not least for […]

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Repairing or replacing fascias

By Natalie | Published October 22, 2013

If you wish to carry out fascia maintenance on your roof or replace fascia boards, you do not need to seek planning permission to do so. Fascia replacement, repair and maintenance is permitted development, however if you live in a listed building, it is likely you will require listed building consent from your Local Planning […]

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Solar panels

By Natalie | Published October 22, 2013

In most cases, the installation of solar panels is considered permitted development, meaning you are free to install solar panels on to your property without planning permission. However, this does not apply to listed buildings, and there are strict limitations surrounding the installation of solar panels that must be followed. Permitted development limitations Before you […]

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Gas safety certificates

By Natalie | Published October 22, 2013

If you wish to have any gas appliance replaced, repaired or serviced, it is vital that you hire a Gas Safe Registered engineer to carry out the work for you. Carbon monoxide is an odourless and tasteless gas that takes the lives of hundreds of homeowners across the UK each year. Hiring a Gas Safe […]

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