2
Jan

New Roof Edinburgh – Strip & Re-slate

Get a free quote for a new roof in Edinburgh from an accredited roofer. Call us on 0131 315 0000, email: info@homeforce.co.uk or complete the form on this page. This article deals with slate roofs (the most commonly needed "new roof" in Edinburgh). This type of new roof is commonly referred to as a "Strip & Re-slate". CLICK HERE to read about flat
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12
Dec

Edinburgh Shelf Fitting Service

Our shelf fitting service covers all types of shelving. Made to measure shelving in an Edinburgh Press or track shelving in a Garage. For a FREE quote and to discuss shelf fitting requirements with an Edinburgh Handyman or Joiner contact HomeForce on 0131 315 0000 or complete our tradesperson booking form. It's worth understanding that bespoke shelf fitting is almost always more
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12
Dec

Damp in Edinburgh Properties

At HomeForce we are often contacted about “damp” in Edinburgh properties. However, more often than not, the issue is actually one of heating and ventilation. Not a damp issue at all. This issue is most frequently seen in rented properties and relates to “damp” in bedrooms and bathrooms. The number of calls we get for this issue increases as the
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6
Dec

The Best Gas Engineer in Edinburgh

Who is the Best Gas Engineer in Edinburgh? At HomeForce we don’t promise the best (or cheapest for that matter). But we will find you the "right" gas engineer. It’s pointless trying to find the best. They don’t exist. For any task the “best” will depend on circumstances (i.e. the requirements of the job). The "best" is a subjective opinion anyway.
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5
Dec

Save money on a new bathroom in Edinburgh

To save money on a new bathroom in Edinburgh you don’t need to get a cheap bathroom. In fact cheap bathrooms are often a false economy.  We believe it’s better to save money on a new bathroom, whether it's a £2,000 bathroom or a £20,000 bathroom.  Cheap means low quality fixtures and fittings. It means poorly skilled and inexperienced tradespeople.
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26
Nov

Central Heating Loss of Pressure

A drop in pressure, below a certain level, in your central heating system will cause your central heating to stop functioning. This article tells you: How to top up the pressure yourself. What the causes of a loss of pressure might be. How to book a heating engineer to trace and repair the fault. What costs might be involved If
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12
Nov

How to replace bath or shower sealant

Replacing the silicone sealant on your bath or shower is not always necessary. This article will tell you why. You can also find out here what causes silicone discolouration and read a step-by-step guide on how to return the sealant to pristine white without replacing it. However, HomeForce’s Edinburgh Handymen have replaced silicone sealant on the baths and showers of
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30
Oct

Gas Safety Certificate – Edinburgh

Landlord’s Gas Safety Certificate - Edinburgh (CP12 Certificate)  Book a Gas Safe registered gas engineer for a Gas Safety Certificate in Edinburgh. CLICK HERE, call us on 0131 315 0000 or use the form on this page. Read on to find out; what landlord's responsibilities are, how a Gas Safety Certificate check differs from a boiler service, who carries them out and
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2
Oct

Bathroom Fitting Costs

“How much does it cost to fit a new bathroom?”   For bathroom installations, as with most purchases, larger, top quality will cost more than small, lower quality make overs. For this reason HomeForce would recommend giving consideration to “what is your budget?” and then working with a bathroom fitter to work out how to get the most from that
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10
May

Edinburgh tenement stair lighting repairs

Edinburgh tenement stair light repairs became the collective responsibility of all the owners of properties in the stair from 1st July 2016. At this time  Edinburgh Council ceased maintaining stair lighting in buildings where all properties are privately owned. The legal responsibility to make sure the common stair lighting is in working order therefore rests with the owners of properties
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