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Our blogs are stories shared by our housesitting team, and members who have benefited from the affordable travel, home and pet care made possible through our membership network. We hope you enjoy the blogs. Please take a moment to leave your feedback.
8 Affordable DIY ideas for home renovation
Every homeowner who lives in one property long enough needs to renovate and decorate. So it is really important to try and research economic ways of renovating, otherwise costs can spiral out of control. Here are 8 affordable DIY ideas…
Garage door cable repair – Do we need one?
If you are a homeowner with a garage door cable mechanism you need to check it periodically. You may need a cable repair and not realise it. Here is how to check and what to do about it. Read on…
Small bathroom renovation – What will it cost?
Every homeowner wants to make adjustments, and some renovations. The costs can be significant so it is best to plan and manage your expenditure. Even a small bathroom will cost something to demolish and then renovate. Here are some top…
Get your garage door Winter ready – Top Tips
If you are a homeowner with an outdoor garage then you will know the challenges facing you as Winter approaches. Here are some top maintenance tips to help you get your garage door Winter ready, to ensure smooth operations through…
Delight houseguests with guest room stylish details
As every homeowner knows the promise of visitors is a great stimulus to organise and decorate. And with the imminent arrival of guests comes the need to refresh the presentation at home, especially in the guest room. Here are seven…
Luxury home essentials that you need
When you become a homeowner it can be a dream finally realised to create your own living space. You can choose with your own colour of paint and household items and luxury home essentials. Everybody has different priorities to keep…
How to choose a reliable dog sitter
Dog owners always worry about going away and leaving their beloved pets. Many pet owners find live in pet sitters to care for their pets in their own home. But how do you choose a reliable dog sitter? Here are…
Cost of metal roofs – More or less than standard roofs?
If you own a property and have had to re construct your roof, you know the difficult decisions to make. If you have considered the cost of metal roofs versus more typical forms then you’ll know that this option is…
Home interior design trends to look out for
If you love your home and keeping the look and design fresh and current you’ll be on the look out for home interior design trends. Every homeowner does some decorating at some point while they live in their home, or…