March 9th, 2018 · Posted in cooking What Not to Put in Your Microwave After a long day, preheating an oven and preparing a whole meal from scratch might be the last thing that you want to do. Microwaves allow you to defrost and reheat leftovers easily, without having to worry about roasting or frying a thing. However, some food items and other materials are incompatible with microwaves and could even be a fire hazard. To avoid damage and mess in the kitchen, there are certain things that you should never try to heat in this appliance. Read on to find out what not to microwave: Is it OK to put paper in the microwave? Paper is highly flammable; therefore it is generally not a good idea to put paper in the microwave. Paper can release toxic fumes and… Read more ...
March 8th, 2018 · Posted in built in How to Extend the Lifespan of Your Fridge Freezer Without your fridge freezer, the food options that are available to your household are extremely limited, and you may find yourself spending a small fortune on items that go off quickly! That is why it is so important to maintain your fridge freezer correctly, to avoid any problems. Luckily, if your appliance is maintained efficiently, you could expect a fridge freezer lifespan of at least 10 years, so you shouldn’t have to splash out very often at all. To keep your bank balance safe, and your stomach fed, it is a good idea to keep your fridge freezer in good condition, with proper care and maintenance. Read below for some tips on how to do just this: Read more ...
March 2nd, 2018 · Posted in advice centre, cooking What Are The Best Ways to Organise Your Fridge? Like most things in life, your fridge will run more efficiently if it is well organised. This guide to fridge shelf organisation and fridge layout will help you to optimise your refrigerator – ensuring that your food stays fresher for longer. Although making sure that you eat food before its use-by date and stacking the fridge neatly is a great place to start, there’s much more to knowing how to organise your fridge for optimal performance and certain rules that you should adhere to. This guide will help you to make sure that your refrigerator works to its full potential and is always organised optimally. What to store in fridge doors The doors of your fridge are generally the warmest part, as they’re exposed to… Read more ...
February 27th, 2018 · Posted in cooking Five Easy Tips to Keep Your Cooker Clean Your cooker is an essential part of day-to-day life, as it enables you to feed yourself or your family night after night. Therefore, it is a great idea to keep this appliance clean and well maintained, to reduce the risk of any problems arising and keep your stomach happy! However, this does not have to mean that you need to dedicate time to rigorous cleaning each day. While we may all know how to clean a cooker, this doesn’t make it any more enjoyable. There are steps that you can take when preparing your dinner that will help to minimise the mess you make, and keep your cooker sparkling without too much effort. If you’re looking to cut down on your cleaning time but… Read more ...
January 11th, 2018 · Posted in advice centre, frequently asked questions Tips for Choosing a Letting Agent or Property Management Company There are many reasons why, as a landlord, you may choose to operate your properties through a letting agent or property management company. If you own multiple rental properties, or a property in another town, or even if you would prefer a ‘hands-off’ approach – deciding on a letting agent or property management agent that can manage the day-to-day could be the right choice for you. Outsourcing this responsibility can have many benefits, especially if rental properties are a second income. However, choosing the perfect agency for your property is essential. This blog considers the factors that will help you to decide which lettings agent is best for you. The different types of letting agents Although it may not be obvious at first glance, there… Read more ...
December 12th, 2017 · Posted in frequently asked questions Landlord and Tenant Appliance Responsibility Living in a rented flat with a broken appliance? Find out what appliance repairs are your landlord’s responsibility in our article. Read more ...
December 12th, 2017 · Posted in dishwashing How To Load A Dishwasher Properly Not loading a dishwasher correctly can cause a whole host of problems. Read this guide to find out how to load it for maximum cleaning performance. Read more ...
October 31st, 2017 · Posted in laundry Noisy Tumble Dryer Solutions Is your tumble dryer being extremely noisy? Read our guide to find out what is going on and how to reduce it. Read more ...
October 23rd, 2017 · Posted in advice centre, cooking, laundry How To Clean Your Kitchen Appliances Properly When it comes to cleaning a home, many will agree that the kitchen is one of the most difficult rooms to keep clean. We look at quick tips you can apply to keep your kitchen appliances in tip tip condition. Read more ...
October 16th, 2017 · Posted in laundry How To Clean A Tumble Dryer When did you last clean or maintain your tumble dryer? Now could be the time! Read on to find out the best way to do this. Read more ...
September 5th, 2017 · Posted in advice centre, cooking How to Change Your Cooker Hood Light Bulbs Have the light bulbs in your extractor/cooker hood stopped working? Use these quick and simple steps to remove and replace them. Read more ...
August 9th, 2017 · Posted in advice centre, cooking 3 Common Fridge Freezer Problems With Easy Fixes We show you some simple DIY fixes you can do at home to cure the most common problems. Read more ...
