The Wellingborough Property Blog

  Energy bills have reached an all-time high, and to no surprise, the majority of us are on the lookout for ways to help save some money on hefty bills. Even more so as the cold, winter months set in, and more people are working from home now than ever. Here are some tips to help you get the most out of your heating – without having to crank it up any higher!   Switch To A Smart Thermostat A thermostat controls your home’s temperature by communicating with your boiler. Older thermostats coupled with older heating systems are likely to degrade over time and lead to problems like the home overheating. Updating your thermostat will allow far greater accuracy in thermostat-to-boiler communication, which prevents energy from being wasted. The benefits of smart thermostats are endless. From monitoring energy usage through your phone, to higher efficiency and effective heating control – this smart home trend will someday be a home staple.   Position Your Furniture For Minimum He...

  CONTEXT   Tenants, letting agents and landlords all need to contribute to preventative measures to reduce the impact on living conditions and properties. Taking reasonable steps to tackle damp and mould is not only about looking after your health, it is your responsibility as a tenant. We hope that this fact sheet is useful for all parties in preventing issues with damp, condensation and mould.     WHAT IS CONDENSATION AND WHAT CAUSES IT?   Condensation is water droplets created by warm air hitting a cold surface.This causes surface dampness which if left unattended, leads to mould growth. This is an issue affecting homes in the UK and is commonly caused by internal room temperatures with insufficient heating and a lack of adequate ventilation. If houses are colder than usual for example because heating is not switched on, this can increase condensation.     WHAT CAUSES DAMP AND MOULD?   If condensation is not addressed, this can lead to problem...

  Who would have thought it? A recent survey revealed that men and women look for different things when choosing a new home! If you’re selling a property in Northamptonshire it’s unlikely you will have thought about trying to attract one gender over another to view your home. After all, we’re living in the 21 st  century in an era of gender equality. However, a recent survey revealed that men and women look for different things when choosing a new home, so it’s worth knowing a little more about what each sex is seeking and how you can present your property in the best light for all! What Do Men Look For In Properties? When men look for a new home, their top consideration is location, and, in particular, how close the property is to their place of work. In fact,  35% of men involved in Santander Mortgage’s survey  said that the distance between the property and their workplace was their top priority along with the availability of good transport links. Other considerat...

  As the festive reds, golds and greens vacate our homes until next year, the January blues often come to take their place. If stripping back all your Christmas decor has left you feeling in a bit of a rut, it could be time to inject some more colour back into your home. So, w e’ve chosen some of the most coveted colour schemes to brighten things up again this January…   Go Green   If you’re a fan of verdant hues and bringing nature indoors, there are plenty of colours that harmonise with green to round out a fresh colour scheme for your home. For the base colour, you can set a zesty and energetic ambience with lime green, cool things down with playful sage and mint, or amp up the sophistication with luxurious emerald tones.    With green being at the centre of the colour wheel, you can pair it with either warm or cool tones depending on your taste. For a New Year’s revamp, we recommend the perfect coupling of green and yellow for a balanced and calming space us...

  When you find your dream property in Northamptonshire you don’t want anyone else to have it, so it’s quite normal to want to jump straight in with an offer, but here at Chelton Brown naturally we want all our clients to be happy and so that involves always negotiating the best price whether we are involved in the sale or purchase of a property. It’s always worth taking your time to negotiate the best deal – and here’s how we do it.   We know the local property market Simply jumping in with a random offer, because you think that’s what the house is worth, can mean that you won’t get the best deal. We research the market thoroughly and keep a close eye on property prices. We make it our business to find out what other properties in Northamptonshire were listed for versus the price that was eventually paid. And we note how long homes stay on the market.   We work for you! We are always working for you and it’s in our interest to achieve the best price for your property if ...