Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:00:02 UTEssential price guide for all home ownersWed, 08 Feb 2012 00:00:02 UThttp://cyber.law.harvard.edu/rss/rss.htmlXMT RSS generatorwebmaster@whatprice.co.uken-gbhttp://www.whatprice.co.uk/webmaster@whatprice.co.ukhttp://www.whatprice.co.uk/household/cleaning-windows.htmlhttp://www.whatprice.co.uk/household/cleaning-windows.htmlHave you ever wondered how those professional window washers move so fast with the squeegee, and how the windows turn out perfect? Well, there really are some tricks to it that are simple to learn, and once you do, dare I say it, you may even enjoy washing windows? It is possible!Sun, 20 May 2007 00:00:00 UThttp://www.whatprice.co.uk/household/guttering-rain-handler.htmlhttp://www.whatprice.co.uk/household/guttering-rain-handler.htmlGutter maintenance is something homeowner's tend to think about only after a problem occurs. They may soon discover that poorly functioning rain gutters can cause many problems, including foundation erosion, basement leaks and rotten fascia boards.Sun, 20 May 2007 00:00:00 UThttp://www.whatprice.co.uk/household/rodent-proofing.htmlhttp://www.whatprice.co.uk/household/rodent-proofing.htmlIt's that time of year where rats and mice are apt to enter our homes. Here's how to rodent proof your homeSun, 20 May 2007 00:00:00 UThttp://www.whatprice.co.uk/household/fitted-office-furniture.htmlhttp://www.whatprice.co.uk/household/fitted-office-furniture.htmlStorage is paramount in many people's lives. If you are adding a working space to your existing living space then you have doubled the problemSun, 29 Jan 2012 00:00:00 UThttp://www.whatprice.co.uk/advice/household/winter-house-preparation.htmlhttp://www.whatprice.co.uk/advice/household/winter-house-preparation.htmlI know, it is still summer time, but winter will be here before you know it, and before wearing your jackets again you should first be prepared for the seasonal change of your house. In fact, during winter times, we all see our homes as a "nest " where we can find warmth and relax without shivering to the bone. But is your home a friendly and cozy place for you and those you love?Fri, 29 Apr 2011 00:00:00 UThttp://www.whatprice.co.uk/financial/council-tax.htmlhttp://www.whatprice.co.uk/financial/council-tax.htmlThe UK has an additional tax system called the "council tax" this is a tax paid directly to the local council to pay for services such as waste collection, local Police and Fire services, libraries, leisure facilities, recyling and other community services.Sun, 04 Mar 2007 00:00:00 UThttp://www.whatprice.co.uk/flooring.htmlhttp://www.whatprice.co.uk/flooring.htmlPrices for improving the flooring in your home, either by replacing carpets, re-doing the tiles, laying down wooden flooring, or using laminate flooring Sun, 11 Feb 2007 00:00:00 UThttp://www.whatprice.co.uk/advice/decorating/choosing-window-blinds.htmlhttp://www.whatprice.co.uk/advice/decorating/choosing-window-blinds.htmlThe rays of sun entering your window pane are fascinating during early mornings whenever you sip a cup of coffee. The radiating light seems to give you a soothing effect. Thu, 25 Jan 2007 00:00:00 UThttp://www.whatprice.co.uk/advice/household/cleaning-window-blinds.htmlhttp://www.whatprice.co.uk/advice/household/cleaning-window-blinds.htmlCleaning window blinds is one of those jobs that we tend to look so forward to doing that we have to hold ourselves back. Well, perhaps in a perfect world, but in the real world this is one job that is about as exciting as watching paint dry.Thu, 25 Jan 2007 00:00:00 UThttp://www.whatprice.co.uk/household/mold.htmlhttp://www.whatprice.co.uk/household/mold.htmlMolds exist naturally all around us. Molds and fungus play a vital role in the decomposition of organic waste such as in a compost pile. Other molds are essential in the creation of some of our finest foods, such as wine and cheese. But, when mold growth occurs in an inappropriate place or in extreme concentration, the health of our home and family can be at risk.Sun, 21 Jan 2007 00:00:00 UThttp://www.whatprice.co.uk/secret-shopper/boiler-insurance.htmlhttp://www.whatprice.co.uk/secret-shopper/boiler-insurance.htmlBoiler insurance is more common as the cost of boiler servicing and repairs keeps increasing. Our secret shopper has been checking out the different policies available and the average monthly cost you can expect to pay. Wed, 08 Dec 2010 00:00:00 UThttp://www.whatprice.co.uk/household/home-maintenance.htmlhttp://www.whatprice.co.uk/household/home-maintenance.htmlSpring has sprung! Even more important than buds, birds, and bees, spring brings buyers! When buyers are looking for a place to nest, they would really rather not see problems. As it turns out, nearly every home inspected has problems or imperfections of some sort or size. Most issues are very minor and simple to correct. Almost all are a result of deferred maintenance. Wed, 17 Jan 2007 00:00:00 UThttp://www.whatprice.co.uk/household/rising-damp.htmlhttp://www.whatprice.co.uk/household/rising-damp.htmlIt doesn't sound like a particularly interesting topic, however a quick search on the worlds favourite internet search engine will show that in some circles rising damp is a very hot topic indeed. The trouble is that it appears that it could indeed be some type of religion or god; does it exist, or doesn't it?Sun, 05 Jun 2011 00:00:00 UThttp://www.whatprice.co.uk/decorating/painting/paint-masonry.htmlhttp://www.whatprice.co.uk/decorating/painting/paint-masonry.htmlPainting the outside of your home will not only keep your house looking smart but it will help protect it against the elements. This article explains the best tools and paint to use. Mon, 20 Dec 2010 00:00:00 UThttp://www.whatprice.co.uk/postcode.htmlhttp://www.whatprice.co.uk/postcode.htmlOn 2nd September 2006, Royal Mail changed the postcode of 54,000 addresses in the Cambridge area! Is your address effected? Sun, 14 Jan 2007 00:00:00 UThttp://www.whatprice.co.uk/household/flood.htmlhttp://www.whatprice.co.uk/household/flood.htmlObviously the best defense is to use flood damage prevention techniques in the first place, by using a variety of available affordable flood devices, orby moving items out of harms way of the flooding. However if flooding does occur then the floowing points should be remembered whilst you are trying to clean up after the flood damage. Tue, 01 Apr 2008 00:00:00 UThttp://www.whatprice.co.uk/household.htmlhttp://www.whatprice.co.uk/household.htmlAll the costs and prices of household repairs, decorations, improvements or renovations....Sat, 13 Jan 2007 00:00:00 UThttp://www.whatprice.co.uk/furnishings.htmlhttp://www.whatprice.co.uk/furnishings.htmlPrices for house or building renovation, repair and refurbishment. Details costs of general re-decorating, flooring, tiling etc and also looks at professional services such as carpet cleaning, removal services and home security improvements.Sat, 13 Jan 2007 00:00:00 UThttp://www.whatprice.co.uk/household/carpet-care.htmlhttp://www.whatprice.co.uk/household/carpet-care.htmlpet is worn down faster where people walk. 2. Vacuum the carpet regularly...Thu, 11 Jan 2007 00:00:00 UThttp://www.whatprice.co.uk/household/before-moving.htmlhttp://www.whatprice.co.uk/household/before-moving.htmlWhen moving everyone seems to come up with a check list of things to do to help with the move, indeed we at whatprice have put together a few handy hints for you, both 'Top Tips for Moving House', and a 'New Home Checklist'. However it must not be forgotten that there are many things that you have to do before you move out of your old home. You may well have been settled in your old places for quite a number of years, and there is a lot that needs to be taken care of to carry your life forward to the new home. Below is hopefully a comprehensive list of all the things you must consider before you move:Sun, 24 Apr 2011 00:00:00 UT