Renovating can be a tricky game at the best of times, but even more so if you are looking to renovate an older style period home. You will no doubt want modern comforts, but do you really want to lose all of that old world charm in the process?
Some older style homes can be lacking in the charm stakes. These homes can often be renovated to your style and taste with little adverse impact on resale value. But how about those older style homes that have real character, how do you keep that character and yet still modernise them to the point that they practical for everyday use? (more…)



So it’s time for a change. You want to improve the overall liveability of your home, but you’re torn between whether to renovate or demolish your existing home and build a new one.
When we construct houses and other buildings, we take steps to protect them from dampness. In spite of this, buildings are often affected by water and dampness, and we end up having to take further action to stop the damaging effects this moisture has.
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