All HVAC systems need maintenance whether it is brought just a year or two ago or if it is 10 to 15 years older. Wondering why? Consider this, if you brought a new car do you not regularly give it for service or check-ups? You would in all probability. Even if your car is not new, you would still get it checked and tuned regularly so that it runs smoothly on the road. The same applies for your HVAC systems. If you have brought a new system recently, maintenance is needed to make it work efficiently. If it is old, then, it needs to be serviced regularly to boost life. Here is a checklist you ... read more

Pexels - CC0 License It’s important to consider that savings can occur at almost any juncture in life. When we purchase a new or used car, when we decide to shop for our winter wardrobe, or when we invest in the major life decisions, such as settling down. We all know that moving into our own homes that we hope to settle down into can be a real embarrassment of costs, and they only seem to pile on the more value you try and glean from this arrangement. Of course, many of us take a mortgage at this juncture in our lives, which we will likely pay back over the coming decades. That being ... read more

Decorating your home is a fun task and something that whether you own it or not, you can transform a space into your own. Here are some tips on how to decorate a room on a budget. Image Source  Have A Statement Piece A room like an outfit needs a statement piece. It’s the one thing that you may have splurged out on, but it is something that really helps transform your look. Your space should be treated the same way so that this statement piece really helps set the tone of the room. So you could go for something like this vintage-style drinks trolley. It’s unique because it’s retro ... read more

Image via Pixabay - CC0 Licence Moving house is exciting, but ultimately one of the most stressful things you can do. Without carefully planning, both financially and on the project management front, you can easily find it all quite overwhelming. And if you’re planning a move abroad? Expect all that to multiply. Creating a new life abroad is something a lot of us think about - to give your family better prospects or a more outdoors way of life, to develop your career or even to make your retirement savings go further. It can be quite an intoxicating dream - but the reality is hard work, ... read more

When it comes to our homes, they are our biggest investments. So we need to do all that we can to protect them. But more so as the winter draws in. The nights are darker, the temperature is cooler, and of course, there is the festive season which means that we potentially have gifts and other things in our homes that opportunists are looking to take advantage of. So is it time for you to update the security in your home? Here are some of the things that you can consider.  Alarm systems One of the first things you may want to look at in your home is the alarm system that you have. Do ... read more

(image source) There comes a time when we all have itchy feet and consider a house move.  In some cases, we resist the urge, possibly because of the expected stresses and expenses that are part and parcel of the move. In other cases, we find ways to manage our homes, so the need to move isn't so strong. And in other cases, we decide that it's finally time to shut the doors of our homes for good and move on. In relation to the latter, these are two of the signs that suggest this is the right thing to do if you are currently considering a move. #1: Your home is too expensive to ... read more

Summer is finally here! And just like we change our summer wardrobes for the season ahead, it’s perfectly acceptable to want to change our living spaces too! When was the last time you updated your living room? Christmas time? Whenever it was, I’m sure it feels like a life time ago! So, how about a change? Don’t worry, you won’t need builders, plasterers, painters and decorators or a degree in interior design. Just some time, patience and a little imagination. Enjoy! Your skirting boards Believe it or not, but skirting boards can really make a difference when it comes to interior ... read more

Via pexels  Choosing a colour scheme for your bedroom is an important part of interior design that’s sometimes slightly overlooked. When we are revamping our homes, we tend to focus on our kitchen and bathroom that our guests will mostly see, whether we are hosting a dinner party or having friends to stay for the weekend. This is a shame because our bedrooms are our own personal space and a sanctuary for us to unwind after a hard day's work. This season there’s much focus on earthly tones and minimalist decor; taking a cue from eco-friendly interior design and the ever popular ‘less is more ... read more

(Image Source) As cities get bigger and bigger, their populations will also expand rapidly. People will come from all around to take advantage of the hustle bustle, but most cities aren’t able to grow quick enough to keep up with this. Over time, this has lead to a lot of people living in much smaller homes. To accommodate all of the newcomers, homes have been split and divided, and a lot of people are forced to find space out of nothing. To help you out with this, this post will be exploring some of the best ways to add more space to your home. A Spot Of Rearranging The way that ... read more