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Posted on May 24, 2018

Weeds can be controlled without resorting to weedkillers. Non-chemical weed control or organic control measures rely on killing or restricting the weeds by physical action, from manual removal to smothering, burning and using weed barriers. Suitable for… All weeds can be controlled without weedkillers, but persistent or deep rooted weeds may be very difficult to […]

Posted on May 21, 2018

When painting exterior walls, safe access is of paramount importance, so consider hiring fixed scaffolding if you need to work at height. Always use paint that is specified for exterior use – for walls the most commonly used paint is exterior emulsion, which is generally called masonry paint. Most masonry paint is water-based, but for […]

Posted on May 21, 2018

  The exterior decorating of your property could be a considerable DIY task depending on the size of your building. You may literally have a few small details that require painting if you live in an uPVC double-glazed unpainted brick home, or alternatively, re-decoration will be on a much larger scale if your property is […]

Posted on May 21, 2018

Safe access is always important when painting exterior wood. Consider hiring fixed scaffolding if you need to work at height. Where wood is in poor condition with many layers of paint, you may want to strip back to bare wood using paint stripper or a hot air gun. Take all recommended safety precautions if you […]

Posted on August 24, 2017

The hard floors throughout your property endure high volumes of foot traffic, dirt, leaves, water, and heavy items being dragged across it – all on a daily basis. In order to keep your floors in a pristine and presentable condition, as well as, safe for all who use them, they must be regularly maintained and […]

Posted on July 20, 2017

No matter how large or small your office premises are, they will need regular maintenance if you want to keep them in a good state of repair. A clean and well-presented office will say all the right things to your visitors and you cannot risk your offices falling into disrepair as it will reflect very […]

Posted on July 12, 2017

Reactive Property Maintenance Reactive maintenance is the process of reacting to failed, ineffective or damaged equipment. It focuses on restoring the property and equipment to its normal condition, or replacing the equipment all together. There are many objections to this method, as well as advantages. Here we will discuss the disadvantages and advantages of reactive […]

Posted on July 5, 2017

Gas Safety There is a legal requirement of landlords where there are any gas appliances in the property provided by the landlord, the landlord must ensure that annual gas safety checks are carried out. These checks must be carried out by a gas fitter/engineer who is registered on the Gas Safety Register. A copy must […]

Posted on July 7, 2016

When it comes to time management, a property manager needs to focus specifically on the unique daily tasks that you face in running an efficient and profitable business. Being a property manager is a demanding job that usually requires multitasking, making decisions on the spot and planning ahead. Implementing time-saving strategies into your workday can […]

Posted on June 9, 2016

This example risk assessment for maintenance of flats shows the kind of approach a small business might take. It can be used as a guide to think through some of the hazards in your business and the steps you need to take to control the risks. Please note that it is not a generic risk […]