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Small Business Solutions

Blog | Guest blog posts | 03 February 2012 Written by Ben Jenkins

Making your business as efficient as possible today inevitably involves technological innovation as well as bringing in the skilled staff that you need, when you need them. It may seem like a banal point, but finding the optimal telephone system for your business is a pivotally important consideration – you really don’t want potential customers finding themselves hitting a constantly engaged line. But there are other solutions to boost your business, too – like getting yourself an attractively designed website, and hiring skilled staff temporarily for specific projects.

Bathroom installation in Islington, London N7

Blog | Updates | 18 January 2012 Written by azbuilders

Recently we completed a bathroom installation in Islington, London N7 area. This property was to be let out, thus the project costs had to be kept to a minimum. The property cried for an extensive refurbishment - bathroom and toilet were in really bad condition: comments and pictures here.

Forecasting the cost of property investment: are you using a mortgage calculator?

Blog | Refurbishments related | 05 December 2011 Written by azbuilders

There are a whole range of costs associated with investing in property. Whether it is a major refurbishment or the need for some minor repairs, the true cost of property investments can be difficult to accurately predict. This means that having some control over the other aspects of the investment is even more important, and chief among these costs has to be the mortgage. In the past, the ongoing cost of some mortgage products could be hard to forecast.

How to choose walls paint colours

Blog | Interior design | 17 November 2011 Written by azbuilders

When it comes to painting decorating, choosing paint color can really be a challenge. There are so many color choices, so many brands, finishes that it seems, everyone should easily pick the one that is best suited – but in reality you may end up feeling that there are so many choices you don't know where to start!

Why hire a contractor for your home refurbishment

Blog | Improvements | 17 November 2011 Written by azbuilders

So, you finally have all the funds, plans and permits necessary to start the so long awaited and dreamed of your london home renovation, house extension project, or even building of a new house. The final result of any building project depends on the workforce that implements your vision. Whether the project is a full or partial renovation or a new build, you have three options: hire a building contractor, individual tradesmen to carry out different project stages (and become yourself a contractor) or do-it-yourself.

Electrical installations - in general

Blog | Electrical | 08 November 2011 Written by azbuilders

Are you planning to start your home refurbishment, build an extension or carry out a conversion? You are probably going to hire some builders to do the work. However, before you let somebody start on your project, read this article and get some basic knowledge of how the electrical installations are carried out – some tips are always useful to get the best results.

Tips on selecting plumbing fittings

Blog | Bathrooms | 05 November 2011 Written by azbuilders

Are you tired of your outdated bathroom and thinking to have installed a new one? Before you go for shopping, you have to know that there some certain things to be considered - perhaps the information in this article will help you choose the right plumbing items for your bathroom renovation project.

Low water pressure problem solved

Blog | Kitchens | 20 October 2011 Written by azbuilders

One of the common problems we face when we do refurbishments in London – low water pressure in the houses. Usually that's caused by the old type of water supply systems that engage water tanks, especially if there is no substantial height difference between water level in the tank and the water outlet - mixer.

Pictures of beautiful British thatched homes

Blog | Interesting | 14 October 2011 Written by azbuilders

Thatch roof houses are quite common in rural UK. The making of thatch roof dates back to prehistoric times when first people started building their huts covering them with straws, reed or grass. Even the famous Globe theater, built in 1599 was with a thatch roof. However, the modern Globe theater has a thatch roof only for decorative purposes – underneath there is a fully waterproofed roof built with modern materials. In this article we will give you an overview of thatch homes but most importantly - beautiful pictures.

Home refurbishment sequence

Blog | Improvements | 09 January 2012 Written by azbuilders

Before commencing any full or partial home refurbishment in London it is essential to plan ahead, divide and do the project in stages. This way work will be carried out quicker and smoother, avoiding any unforeseen jobs and misunderstandings or even damages to already finished parts of the project. After you have taken care isolating the work place from other premises (not affected by the project), stripped out or demolished what has to be taken down, rubbish removed and made work place tidy, the property renovation project begins.

Bathroom renovation in London, NW8

Blog | Updates | 07 January 2012 Written by azbuilders

On New Year eve we completed one more shower and bathroom renovation in London property, in St. Johns Wood, N10 area. The bathroom was quite recently renovated, so we just did a partial update (mainly replacement of sanitary equipment and some tiling) - here you may see how the work progressed.