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Do I need to empty my loft before a loft conversion?
Yes. The builders need a completely clear loft before they can start, and anything left up there would be in…
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Does the 12-week property disregard give us time to clear a parent’s home?
It gives your family breathing space, though not a deadline to clear by. When someone moves permanently into a care…
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How do I talk to an elderly parent about downsizing their belongings?
Start early, listen more than you talk, and let your parent lead the decisions. Their belongings hold their life's memories,…
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How long does a divorce take, and how long might I need storage?
In England, the legal steps of a divorce take at least around six months, and agreeing how to divide money…
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How long should I book storage for a single-storey extension?
Plan around your builder's programme, then add a few weeks' slack for weather, deliveries and finishing. With us you don't…
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Moving out of service accommodation: where do my things go?
A storage unit is a simple answer when you're moving out of service accommodation and your next home isn't ready,…
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