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

How to make your self-build site safe

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

Discussion Forum

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

How to Get Planning Permission

Loft conversions

A Step-by-step Guide to Loft Conversions
This step-by-step guide shows how the roof space in a 1950s bungalow was converted to provide two bedrooms and a shower room — all at a cost of £21,600.

A Step-by-step Guide to Loft Conversions

Loft Conversions
Depending on the roof structure and planning constraints, a loft conversion is one of the most straightforward and effective ways of getting the space you need from your existing house. Almost all houses can benefit from this extension with a bit of basic planning.

Loft Conversions

Room in the Roof
Whether you are extending, renovating or building a new home, utilising available roof space is usually the most cost effective way to add extra living space. Mark Brinkley reports

Room in the Roof

Installing Loft Insulation
Topping up your existing loft insulation can help your home to retain heat during the cold winter months ahead. Follow Ben Field’s step-by-step guide to find out how to do it on a DIY basis

Installing Loft Insulation