Bonfire Night mistakes that could cost homeowners hundreds of pounds
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Bonfire Night mistakes that could cost homeowners hundreds of pounds
"Igniting fireworks from the same spot repeatedly can seriously singe your lawn, which might end up needing replacing after just one night of fun. Although lawn itself might be relatively inexpensive, when you factor in the turf, labour and installation costs, this could end up costing you 15 per square metre. So for a UK average garden size of 50 square metres, you can expect to be set back by 750 in total."
"Those with snazzy patios should prepare to be extra cautious, as fireworks can easily cause stain or scorch marks. And those with wooden decking beware those explosives can melt or burn your setup! Extensive damage might result in a complete repair job, with new patio costing an average of 1,200. Patio fans beware! Fireworks night might end up sullying your back yard's pride and joy Think you're safe if you keep the fireworks away from the floor? Think again."
"If your fireworks collide with your fences, you face serious risk of fire damage as wood and vinyl fences are highly flammable. Additionally, heat and burn marks can cause stains. The damage here can end up burning a hole right through your pocket the average price to replace a fence in 2025 is estimated to be around 1,500. Replacing your fence is not only a joyless DIY task but a costly one - estimated to price up at around 1,500"
Search interest in "can I set fireworks off in my garden?" increased by 5000% ahead of Bonfire Night. DIY fireworks can cause significant property damage, including singed lawns that may require turf replacement at about 15 per square metre, totalling roughly 750 for an average 50 square metre garden. Patios can suffer stains or scorch marks and wooden decking can melt or burn, with full patio replacements averaging 1,200. Fences made of wood or vinyl are highly flammable and may need replacement around 1,500. Firework misfires can also break windows, creating further repair costs.
Read at www.standard.co.uk
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