I confess that I tried to replace an entire light fixture on my own once. However, when I inspected the wiring, none of the wires were colour coded for live/neutral/grounding – they were all grey.…
Anyone who has taken on a renovation knows the moment when plans begin to unravel. A wall is opened up, tiles are lifted or old cabinetry removed and, suddenly, the scope changes: mould blooms where…
When a homeowner decides to renovate their property, there are a wide range of legal and practical issues to consider before going ahead with the project. In the excitement of big ideas, these issues should…
Upgrading a home often brings attention to kitchens, bathrooms and finishes – but plumbing is one area experts say should not be overlooked. Whether purchasing a property or undertaking a major renovation, a plumbing system…
With the 2025 hurricane season barely in the rear-view mirror, major windstorms aren’t always on our minds at this time of year. But, as Island Glass general manager Jimmy Thatcher reminds us, it’s never too…
In Bermuda, where land is finite, there’s a lot to weigh up as you expand your home. Whether you decide to add another storey, or extend the ground floor, you need to factor in implications…
As long as a house has wood, drywood termites are a risk. These tiny, tan-coloured insects love nothing more than to squeeze into the smallest of cracks in a beam, floorboard or piece of furniture,…