Did you know that your standard home insurance might not cover you during a renovation?What happens if you find that you cannot claim on your contractors insurance because you hire them for Decoration works and they end up changing a tap for you and then you find you home flooded, can you claim ?Have you checked you existing home insurance policy to see what happens if you would need to make a claim related to your renovation? In this episode James speaks with Douglas Brown from Porter House...

Did you know that your standard home insurance might not cover you during a renovation?What happens if you find that you cannot claim on your contractors insurance because you hire them for Decoration works and they end up changing a tap for you and then you find you home flooded, can you claim ?Have you checked you existing home insurance policy to see what happens if you would need to make a claim related to your renovation? In this episode James speaks with Douglas Brown from Porter House...

Are you about to hire a tiler or tile your home yourself?James speaks with probably the most passionate tiler, Ken from Hud's Tiling Services based in the Essex. We speak all about tiling and why it's important to hire the right person and tile with the right materials. Ken clearly loves his job and we hear about some of the jobs that he has been on and been called on to, to rectify poorly done work. Finally Ken gives his tips on hiring the right person to tile your home.

Are you about to hire a tiler or tile your home yourself?James speaks with probably the most passionate tiler, Ken from Hud's Tiling Services based in the Essex. We speak all about tiling and why it's important to hire the right person and tile with the right materials. Ken clearly loves his job and we hear about some of the jobs that he has been on and been called on to, to rectify poorly done work. Finally Ken gives his tips on hiring the right person to tile your home.   We love pumping...

In this episode James speaks to Matt Pain on how to go about giving your garden a makeover.

Spring is here! Renovating is more than just what's inside your home but what's outside too. A well maintained garden can just be the icing on the cake for the perfect home. However before you chuck on some dirty clothes and run outside to attack your garden listen to our conversation with Matt Pain.   Matt knows a lot about Gardens and Plants and he gives some great advice on how to achieve the right garden for you.   We love pumping out new content every week to help homeowners across the...

James and Juliette go over the various questions homeowners should ask their builder, and how to ask them.

Have you ever been in a situation or are you in the situation right now, where you are worried about asking your builder a question or you wonder how they will feel if you ask something. This kind of situation is very common so James and Juliette go over the various questions homeowners should ask their builder, and how to ask them. Remember it's your home and your money so ask as many questions as you want.     We love pumping out new content every week to help homeowners across the world...

If you have ever experienced life living in student housing, be honest the conditions were probably not that great right? This week I speak to one of an amazing married couple, Tom Charrier that are passionate about providing decent student housing. Tom is from Lancashire, near Manchester in the UK and his someone that believes that the student housing needs renovating and changing up a gear, so much so..he quit is job as a landscape gardener a few weeks before this recording. Now, together...

If you have ever experienced life living in student housing, be honest the conditions were probably not that great right? This week I speak to one of an amazing married couple, Tom Charrier that are passionate about providing decent student housing. Tom is from Lancashire, near Manchester in the UK and his someone that believes that the student housing needs renovating and changing up a gear, so much so..he quit is job as a landscape gardener a few weeks before this recording. Now, together...

James speaks to Dom and Jess on Part 2 of a 3 part series. We discuss the work they have done to their property and what they have learnt along the way. You can go back and listen to the first episode number 77 where we discuss their experience in getting on the property ladder and the difficulty they had with their boundary line.From replace the stairs, to replacing entire floors and subfloors, and fitting french doors too, they truly have been through a lot. If you want to be part of the...

James speaks to Dom and Jess on Part 2 of a 3 part series. We discuss the work they have done to their property and what they have learnt along the way. You can go back and listen to the first episode number 77 where we discuss their experience in getting on the property ladder and the difficulty they had with their boundary line.From replace the stairs, to replacing entire floors and subfloors, and fitting french doors too, they truly have been through a lot. If you want to be part of the...

James and Juliette discuss the importance of getting sample of materials to test before buying. Check out our website for more resources www.propertyrenovationpodcast.com

If you are renovating your home you will most definitely be looking online for products such as kitchen worktops, wood flooring, paint and fabrics etc, but before you buy we are here to advise you how important is it to order samples first since things are not always what they seem. James and Juliette record their first ever episode together in her lovely home in Chicago during a visit from James. Check out our website for more resources www.propertyrenovationpodcast.com...

A successful renovation starts with good communication and a clear set of instructions but most importantly a written explanation of what is going to be done, how and what with. You don't want to leave any room for assumption and be left with a renovation below your expectations. There are so many variations and ways to implement what sounds like the result you expect but why leave it until the end? James and Juliette speak for a short episode on Method statements stating the reasons for...

A successful renovation starts with good communication and a clear set of instructions but most importantly a written explanation of what is going to be done, how and what with. You don't want to leave any room for assumption and be left with a renovation below your expectations. There are so many variations and ways to implement what sounds like the result you expect but why leave it until the end? James and Juliette speak for a short episode on Method statements stating the reasons for...

James and Juliette chat to Jessie about updating her family's 1970's styled home in North Carolina, USA. www.propertyrenovationpodcast.com

James and Juliette chat to Jessie about updating her family's 1970's styled home in North Carolina, USA.   For more episodes and other resources check out www.propertyrenovationpodcast.com   We love pumping out new content every week to help homeowners across the world discovery more about the industry which in turn save them money and time on their project and we love speaking up for the great trades and professional in the industry that do a great job every day! If you would like to support...

James chats to Toks Aruoture, an interior designer specialising in children's rooms. www.thebabycotshop.com www.propertyrenovationpodcast.com

I don’t know about you but I have two young kids a boy and a girl and my partner and I are always talking about changing their room around and given it a new look. But how do you know what’s the right balance, the right colour, whilst trying to make it look cute and not over loaded. Well a few weeks ago I came across and event on event Brite, which is a really cool app if you want to find different workshops and course on DIY and improvement but anything for that matter. Anyway this...

James speaks to procurement specialist Amy Stevens. www.propertyrenovationpodcast.com www.untitled-edit.com

Have you ever tried to arrange the sourcing, ordering and arranging delivery of all the items necessary for your home improvement project? There are some people that would agree with me when I say it can be a total nightmare if you are not experienced in the industry and you don't know what to order. With different models of items, different batch codes, and different names compared to the name online, you could end up in a whole heap of stress. James speaks to procurement specialist Amy...

James interviews architect Jim Molinelli, "The Remodeling Professor". www.jimmolinelli.com

James interviews architect Jim Molinelli, "The Remodeling Professor".based in Maryland Baltimore USA, Jim give some very valuable advice and tips for anyone looking to renovate their home. www.jimmolinelli.com Don't forget there is far more free and valuable information on our website www.propertyrenovationpodcast.com We love pumping out new content every week to help homeowners across the world discovery more about the industry which in turn save them money and time on their project and we...

Nick Morris, an electrician by trade decided to have a go at the renovation game and buy a house with his family. Having discovered Nick on Youtube, James speak with him about the renovations he has done, what he learn from them and what he plans for the next one. Nick used a tool to make the box holes in the wall for installing power sockets, go check out his youtube channel for more information. Just type "Nick Morris renovation" in to Youtube to find it. A link will be put in the show...