Hidden stresses in the home

YOUR supplement on ‘Bricks & Mortar’ (Irish Examiner, Sept. 23) had some glaring omissions regarding the planning of a new home.

The most important consideration when choosing a site is the location of underground streams, geological faults and drains. The second is the secure arrangement of furniture and fittings, especially in the bedroom.

When buying a secondhand house, it is important to know something about the previous owners and why they are moving.