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From bubbling paint to condensation, now is the time to tackle the early signs of damp before they escalate this winter

Could a portable heater replace central heating in my home office? I asked the experts and their answers came with a catch

From improving existing soil to filling beds and borders, discover when compost or topsoil is the better choice for your garden

Not all houses have soaring ceilings to play with – if the rooms in your home have somewhat squat proportions here's how to navigate their design

From sealant to soft-close hinges, these are the small jobs that ignoring could turn into big (and expensive) problems once winter sets in

How I discovered that pulling down a neighbour's plant that was causing damp in my home could have got me into trouble – if I hadn't checked with experts first

Keen to save money on rising energy bills, our expert home renovator invested in a Hive thermostat to see if it really would improve his home heating

Plug-in solar panels are finally legal in the UK, but that doesn't mean you can buy the first ones you see. Here's a selection of ones that are approved

If, like me, you've noticed your exterior woodwork looks a little worse for wear after the recent heatwaves, experts explain how to deal with the problem

From chimney sweeps to fuel checks, here's what three stove experts want every homeowner to know before winter sets in