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Evestaff Now Offers Man & Van and Removal Services: Moving Day, Minus the Drama

Moving day has a habit of turning one armchair, three flights of stairs and a missing set of keys into a full-scale operation. A little planning helps. So does having the right transport for the job. Evestaff now offers nationwide furniture moving and man and...

When Does a Legionella Risk Assessment Go Out of Date? The Review Triggers Every Landlord Should Know

Had a Legionella risk assessment completed? Good start. Job done forever? Not quite. An assessment reflects the property and its water system at a particular point in time. Change either, and the report may no longer describe the risks accurately. For...

Can a Landlord Refuse Pets in 2026? The Evidence Game Has Changed

If you’re a landlord in England, a blanket “no pets” rule is no longer a reliable answer. Since 1 May 2026, tenants can request permission to keep a pet, and you must not unreasonably refuse. That does not mean every request gets an automatic yes. It does mean...

HMO Inspections: The Check Your Landlord Should Be Running Between Council Visits

A council visit may happen only once during a five-year HMO licence period, depending on the local authority’s inspection programme. But a blocked hallway, a faulty alarm or a repair complaint can bring attention to your property much sooner. The risks often...