How to Buy at an Auction
In this article we explain the tactics of the auction room as well as what to do if you’re successful

Building in a Flood Zone
A home in a flood zone needs to be designed differently. Here we tell you how

Where to Live Whilst Self-building
Many self-builders live for months or even years in a mobile home. But is this necessary?

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Wired or Wireless? As part of our series examining key self-build decisions, Mark Brinkley asks whether it’s still worth building in structured data cabling and examines the pros and cons of going wireless.
A Guide to Electrics With massive technological advancements in recent decades, electrics has become one of the most complex aspects of self-build. As part of the 12 steps of self-build, Mark Brinkley explains this key step, and examines costs
Setting up a Home Office Over half of the UK’s homes now have a home office, and as long as you have space for one, they are a cinch to set up. Melanie Griffiths explains
A Green Smart Home? There is no reason why an eco home should shun smart technology — indeed there are several areas where it can help to dramatically reduce your energy consumption. Melanie Griffiths explains.
A Smart Home on a DIY Basis? While some things are best left to the professionals, it’s not beyond the wit of a competent DIYer to have a go at installing a smart home system