Living in London: Renovate to Accumulate
If you are one of those fortunate people who live in London, and you are also among the lucky ones who own the home you live in, then welcome to the club of millionaires. London property prices are rising steadily and it has become very difficult to purchase property in the city. Their bank balances […]
The Advantages Of A Garage Conversion
Converting a garage is a simple and economical way of gaining an extra room, without the hassle and expense of major renovations. The work is usually completed within a month and, although cutting the doorway through may leave some residual dust, there is generally a very low level of mess or disruption to deal with. […]
How Can DIY Improve The Value Of Your Home?
From the badly painted wall to the shelf put up at the jauntiest of angles; we’ve all performed – or been the victims of – some dodgy DIY in our time. But with the correct tools and a bit of know-how, embarking on a good old fashioned bit of do it yourself can result in […]
The Party Wall Act: Everything You Need to Know
Besides potentially violating sound pollution laws, there is actually no legislation that prevents light level DIY taking place on a shared wall, and, as annoying as this may be, you generally just have to put up with it. However, if the work takes on a more destructive nature, something is known as A ‘party wall […]
Loft Insulation With The Green Deal Initiative
Reducing the amount of wasted energy in our homes and businesses is an issue at the forefront of the nation’s consciousness today, and finding ways to stay green without breaking the bank is an on-going concern. With this in mind, a new government scheme has been introduced to encourage property owners to take eco-friendly measures […]
Changes To Planning Laws – Time To Extend!
Now that Christmas and the New Year festivities have passed, many are looking to the future and considering a few life changes. Giving your house a facelift is a simple and highly beneficial way to make a positive start to the year, so why not kick off 2013 with an attractive and value-boosting extension to […]
Insulation – How To Keep Your Loft Warm This Winter!
Heat rises. So why is it that your loft is rarely the warmest place in the house? The answer is simple: bad quality insulation or no insulation at all. In every non-insulated home, a quarter of all heat is lost through the roof, causing excessive energy bills as well as a chilly attic. Ensuring that […]
Beyond Four Walls: Different Types Of House Extension
It’s no secret that adding a house extension to your property increases its value, but it can also be a fantastic way to get the most out of your home. So how do you decide which type of extension to go for? First of all, there are a number of factors to consider. Almost every […]
Welcome to LMB Loft’s Monthly Blog!
Here at LMB Loft Conversions we are proud to introduce our new monthly blog – the place to come for information about your new loft conversion! We will keep you up-to-date with any changes in the industry, new building regulations and new products, or techniques available to improve the way we work and the services […]