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Timber Frame Homes vs Brick Homes

Builders and Construction Issues, Self-Build FocusBy Maggie Fyffe 14 June 2012 Leave a comment

Timber Frame Homes vs Brick Homes – in this blog we aim to detail what are the main differences between choosing to build a brick home and a timber frame home in the United Kingdom. If you’re a self-builder you are probably bewildered by the options for construction. You’re probably also exploring ways to reduce…

How Does the New Green Deal Help Private Landlords?

Construction Industry, Heating and Energy EfficiencyBy Maggie Fyffe 29 May 2012 Leave a comment

New Green Deal is Great for Private Landlords UK buildings have long been inefficient – in 2009 they were responsible for 43% of the country’s total emissions with an estimated 4.1 million households expected to be in ‘fuel poverty’ this year. Homeowners and tenants the length and breadth of Britain are struggling to pay energy…