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Call for energy performance rules to be adjusted for old and historic buildings in UK
A new review into the rules measuring the energy performance of homes in the UK must deliver reform of a system that discriminates against older and historic properties, it is claimed. A consultation on the Standard Assessment Procedure (SAP) which is used to assess the energy performance of homes has been launched by the Department […] The post Call for energy performance rules to be adjusted for old and historic buildings in UK appeared first on PropertyWire . Continue reading →
Buyers and sellers can take action against invasive plant that can scupper home sales
The most aggressive plant known in the UK can cause major issues for people buying and selling houses with some lenders withdrawing mortgage offers. Japanese knotweed can be dealt with however with one family telling how an invasion of the plant almost cost them their dream home. The Wheeler family were about to exchange contracts […] The post Buyers and sellers can take action against invasive plant that can scupper home sales appeared first on PropertyWire . Continue reading →
Home owners in UK willing to pay more for character properties
Owners in the UK seeking a character home want properties with high ceilings, original fireplaces and wood burning stoves and will pay more for these features, a new survey has found. Some 11% named the AGA cooker at their most desirable home feature and they were willing to pay on average £700 more for a […] The post Home owners in UK willing to pay more for character properties appeared first on PropertyWire . Continue reading →