<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[East Mids Building Restoration]]></title><description><![CDATA[Preserving the past, restoring the future]]></description><link>https://www.eastmidsrestorationco.co.uk/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Mon, 07 Sep 2026 15:54:47 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.eastmidsrestorationco.co.uk/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[What are some signs of structural issues in older properties?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Identifying structural issues early can save you a lot of trouble and expense. Here are some common signs of structural problems in older...]]></description><link>https://www.eastmidsrestorationco.co.uk/post/what-are-some-signs-of-structural-issues-in-older-properties</link><guid isPermaLink="false">66af5d6ec4fbe09a59d4da2b</guid><pubDate>Sun, 04 Aug 2024 10:54:41 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/dc4321_07ec891503244d8b9542a755adbfec65~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_194,h_259,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Read Trad</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What are some common mistakes to avoid during restoration?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Restoring brickwork on older properties can be a rewarding but challenging task. 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Do you ever marvel at the craftsmanship that went into creating these...]]></description><link>https://www.eastmidsrestorationco.co.uk/post/lime-mortar-techniques-for-building-restoration</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6681040a328d984b632ea85f</guid><pubDate>Sun, 30 Jun 2024 07:22:33 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/dc4321_d5e75d42f7ce44fe93970d3963f99e49~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Read Trad</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Repointing old walls]]></title><description><![CDATA[Repointing is the process of removing old mortar from the joints between bricks or stones, then replacing it with new mortar. It's an...]]></description><link>https://www.eastmidsrestorationco.co.uk/post/repointing-old-walls</link><guid isPermaLink="false">667daa3939c61896522ee464</guid><pubDate>Thu, 27 Jun 2024 18:07:23 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/dc4321_1c74426b40eb49dd972715daa862531c~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_400,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Read Trad</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cowboy builders]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cowboy builders are a growing problem in the UK, and they can cause serious issues for anyone who falls victim to their shoddy...]]></description><link>https://www.eastmidsrestorationco.co.uk/post/cowboy-builders</link><guid isPermaLink="false">667da9e0c7b13910f12f7a35</guid><pubDate>Thu, 27 Jun 2024 18:06:03 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/dc4321_2119a063938e4e07a597dd2d7c1cfb41~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Read Trad</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Selecting qualified tradesmen in the UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[When it comes to selecting qualified tradesmen in the UK, it can be a daunting task for many homeowners. 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