Once the weather starts warming up, the birds are singing and the first flowers are blooming, there’s just something that makes us think of spring cleaning. We are all dreading it and yet, year after year we dedicate at least one sunny weekend entirely to household chores. To make your life easier we created this…
10 spring ideas to freshen-up your home
The astronomical spring is officially here and it’s the perfect time to renew and refresh. Time to clear out the clutter, energise and let the light and warmth in. The season of new beginnings and long-needed transformations. And what a better place to start than with your home? The warmer season is the perfect time…
Moving house: The complete checklist.
With spring and summer peaking around the corner, it is time for many of us to start planning their house moving. Planning a house move can be a stressful experience and it’s no surprise that important details are often forgotten, or left until the last moment. There is just so much to think about –…
Rainwater can damage your home. Here is how to protect it.
Spring is perhaps the most anticipated season of the year. With the warmer weather, colourful flowers, and longer days it’s truly a relief when February is finally over. But if there is anything that can ruin the spring excitement, it’s heavy rain and storms. There is nothing more discouraging than a leaking roof, or damp…
7 questions you need to ask before buying old or period property
Buying old or period property has a certain charm attached to it. You get to enjoy fine craftsmanship, detailed work and unique features. It’s a romanticised investment many are ready to make, without careful consideration. If your heart is set on buying a picturesque old house, you’ll most certainly have to reserve some contingency money…
Upgrade your garden this spring with our 10 fresh ideas.
Spring is on its way and it’s inevitable that you’d want to spend more time outside as the weather warms up. If you’re lucky enough to have your own garden now is just the right time to start thinking about refreshing and upgrading it. Imagine all the barbecue parties, al-fresco dinners and quiet sunsets you…
What to look for when buying a new home?
Spring is a great time for buying and selling a property; when the Christmas and half term breaks are over, buyers are in the mood to make changes to their lives. The warmer weather typically kicks things off when we’re all a bit more motivated to get looking for a new property or get the…
What to consider when installing a garden tap
Spring is the perfect time for garden renovations and upgrades. We all love planning ahead about the flowers we can plant, the new garden lights, or where to put the barbecue, but when it comes to garden maintenance it’s hard to hide the boredom. Mowing the lawn or watering the plants are certainly not the…
Unveiled: Ross Vale, January Employee of the Month
At the end of last year we set up our Employee of the Month Award, which recognises team members for their continuous efforts and dedication. We wanted a special start to the new 2019, and for this reason our prize for the January Employee of the Month was set as high as £250. Of course…
How to spring-clean your gutters?
With spring cleaning, home maintenance tasks and winter bills all piling up, it’s easy to forget that your gutters also need special attention at this time of the year. But make sure to set a reminder and clean your gutters, or you risk serious roofing, wall and foundation issues in the following months. A gutter…
