Decrease in home-improvement sales counters inflation costs | News

The high volume of home renovations undertaken during the pandemic may finally have peaked, as Home Depot announced 2023 sales may decline as much as 7% to 13% – its first drop in sales in nearly 15 years. This dip, paired with the findings of a recent study on home improvement investments across America, indicates that folks on the East Coast, in particular, are stepping back from renovations in hopes of keeping more cash liquid during this inflation era. A new study conducted by Contractor Growth Network assesses state home improvement spending between December 2021 and December 2022. Its findings…

6 home renovations that don’t need planning permission

Not all home renovations require planning permission. In some cases, the rigor of applying to your local authority for planning permission would be out of proportion with the impact of the works carried out. These projects fall under what are called permitted development rightswhich allows for the improvement or extension of homes without the need to make a planning application. So, do you need planning permission for a garden room, porch, conservatory, kitchen extension or loft conversion? Or even for new windows or doors? Read on to find out. Be inspired to make home improvements. Sign up for our Home…