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Garden

Author: | Friday, 30. January 2009 | Comments

Let your lawn breathe

Dry lawn offcuts, moss and dead roots can form a very compact top layer on your lawn which can prevent water and nutrients reaching the lawn’s roots. This ultimately leads the grass becoming weaker, making it unable to compete with moss and weeds. Professional lawn scarifying is advisable as professionals can use their experience to gauge the exact treatment needed. If you would rather spend your time doing something else, MyHammer can help you find a gardener. Otherwise, read on for a rough guide on how to scarify your lawn yourself.

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DIY,Plumbing and Heating

Author: | Thursday, 15. January 2009 | Comments

There have been quite a lot of jobs posted on MyHammer recently for removing hand basins. We’ve decided to give you a few pointers on how you might be able to do this yourself. If you don’t feel capable of doing it yourself then we would always recommend that you find a reliable handyman to do it for you. It could save you both time and money in the long run.

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Frozen Pipes


Author: | Monday, 12. January 2009 | Comments

With winter on the way, you may encounter problems with frozen pipes. Frozen pipes are only a problem if there is water in them. The most problematic pipes are those that are not in use. Generally, keeping water moving through the pipes will stop them freezing and, if you are going on holiday, it advisable not to switch off the central heating. This is primarily a problem for older houses, as modern houses are better insulated. If you do have some frozen pipes, what do you do?

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Heating



Underfloor Heating


Author: | Friday, 9. January 2009 | Comments

According to medical recommendations, the temperature at head height should be a few degrees lower than that at our feet. Underfloor heating is the perfect solution for those who follow the doctor’s advice and for those who simply like having warm feet all year round! Here are some reasons why you should use underfloor heating:

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