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Why Living On A Noisy Street Could Mean You Get Window Replacements

Do you live on a noisy road? If so, sleepless nights with earplugs aren’t the only option. The government has recently rolled out a plan that means thousands of households across the UK are entitled to free double glazing.

Why Living On A Noisy Street Could Mean You Get Window Replacements

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So far the government has allocated around £39 million to pay for the double glazing, and this is available to people who live in any one of the 1,130 official Noise Important areas in the UK – https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/276237/noise-action-plan-roads-201401.pdf. These areas include some of the loudest roads in the country, and so far around 600 houses have taken advantage of the scheme.

Why Living On A Noisy Street Could Mean You Get Window Replacements

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Could you qualify for this scheme?

To qualify for this scheme your home must be in a Highways England Noise Important Area. The area must also have less than 10 homes. If you want to find out if you qualify you can ring 0300 123 …

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What Does Black Mould On Your Window Frames Mean?

There are so many advantages to double glazing. Your home is comfortable and healthy with increased security and energy efficiency. But if your windows are of an older style, then you may be letting a health menace into your home that can cause long-term damage.

What Does Black Mould On Your Window Frames Mean?

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Black mould can cause real problems if it goes unchecked. So what does it mean and how can you get rid of this silent problem.

A threat to health

Damp and mould can lead to a range of health problems including chronic respiratory illness, allergy and a weak immune system. Old people, children and babies are particularly vulnerable to exposure to black mould in the home. Pets may also suffer the ill effects of black mould in the home, which can eventually cause organ failure in humans, with devastating consequences.

What is black mould?

Mould is a common problem caused by condensation and …

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Freezer and Fridge Trailer Hire in Winter 2018

Over the next few weeks and into 2019, you may be a caterer, exhibitor or host of an outdoor event. From Christmas markets to parties in impressive marquees to winter attractions providers, if you intend to serve food to members of the public then please do not neglect your responsibilities regarding safe storage and preparation of food and drink stock. Always source legislation meeting fridge trailer hire and freezer trailer rentals for external use from a renowned supplier like Icecool Trailers.

As a professional, you should know that the Food Standards Agency and local authorities make no distinction between mobile, permanent, temporary or pop-up food outlets. Excuses will not be accepted if your products cause a food safety incident.

Bacterial growth on food due to insufficient attention to refrigeration or freezing of stock has the potential to deliver fines and legal action to you, not just a dent to …

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Four Ways To Make The Most Of Your Catering Fridge

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Keeping fresh foods refrigerated is essential in the catering industry, helping to keep produce perfect for customers and to ensure legal safety requirements are fully met.

The Health and Safety Executive provides all the information you need on statutory requirements, including the sale and preparation of chilled foods.

A specialist commercial fridge, either walk-in or freestanding, will ensure that your space is utilised with maximum efficiency, freeing up working space.

Once you have chosen a catering fridge that is appropriate for your business needs from a specialist such as https://www.fridgefreezerdirect.co.uk/catering-equipment, you will want to use it as efficiently as possible. Here are some simple tips to ensure management and staff achieve this.

1. Organization

The main reason for looking closely at how you organise the produce in your fridge is that you must avoid cross-contamination at all costs. This will also mean that you are using the …

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9 Beautiful Ways to Decorate Your House with Plants

Have you just moved into a new house? If yes, then, you wouldn’t like to compromise with your home decor for sure. Right? So, if you want to add a divine touch to your living space and make your home a healthy place to be in, adorn your house with some wonderful plants. And, to help you out with your house decoration, this article suggests 9 beautiful ways to decorate your house with plants:

Hanging Terrariums Or Pods

A contemporary home is incomplete without plants as a house decoration accessory. Yes, so one of the beautiful ways of decorating your house is growing indoor plants in hanging terrariums or pods. You can deck up your favorite spot with hanging indoor plants and make your house look like a paradise.

 An Indoor Vegetable Garden

Another wonderful idea is to have your own vegetable garden in your home. You can buy small …

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