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As winter begins to set in, and the weather becomes harsher day by day, KCL Roofing & Guttering outlines what needs to be done to prepare your roof against whatever weather this winter might bring. "We recommend having your roof inspected ideally twice per year, or at a minimum once per year, for any defects such as cracked/slipped tiles/slates, lifted flashings, damaged ridges or ridge pointing, punctured or thorn felt, etc.," said Seamus from KCL Roofing & Guttering.

The selection of laminate herringbone floors at Floor Store Direct is unrivalled. The company has a huge selection of colour/wood tones from oak to walnut to grey with wear layers designed to last a lifetime.

Engineered solid wood is like solid timber but with a twist. The real wood is pressed onto a plywood base which provides stability not usually associated with solid wood. Because of this stability, all engineered floors are suitable for use with underfloor heating.

Homeowners in Galway city and county who register for an upcoming Home Energy Upgrade Information Evening will get a free Home Energy Assessment (HEA) worth €850.

Homeowners in Galway city and county who register for an upcoming Home Energy Upgrade Information Evening will get a free Home Energy Assessment (HEA) worth €850.

Iron is the main component needed for the production of haemoglobin, the pigment within our red blood cells, where it is required for oxygen transportation from the lungs to the body’s tissues, and the carbon dioxide transportation from the tissues to the lungs.

Given our climate in Ireland, decking requires regular maintenance. We get a lot of questions at Pat McDonnell Paints this time of year about how to breathe new life into old decking. If you have decided it is time to spruce up your deck, check out our handy step-by-step guide below.

Bryan Mulledy, Pat McDonnell Paints Athlone

During these cooler months, West Coast Insulation is recommending homeowners take advantage of the current grant scheme which covers a large part of the cost of insulation works. The scheme to install upgraded insulation has increased the amounts involved to €3,250 for detached houses, €2,550 for semidetached, €2,050 for mid-terrace and €1,550 for apartments. This usually covers a large percentage of the overall cost of the work and the works can usually be completed in one working day.

Iron is the main component needed for the production of haemoglobin, the pigment within our red blood cells, where it is required for oxygen transportation from the lungs to the body’s tissues, and the carbon dioxide transportation from the tissues to the lungs. Iron is also a component of myoglobin, a pigment which functions in the muscles in a similar fashion as haemoglobin in the blood therefore allowing muscle cells to retain oxygen.