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

Renovation problems

Renovation Clinic: Dealing with Damp
Modern living and old houses seem to be the perfect combination for damp. Chris Healy looks at the common causes and how to get rid of it

 Dealing with Damp

Eliminating Damp
Many modern treatments for damp actually worsen the problem. Douglas Kent reveals the most effective ways of making an old home dry and ensuring it stays that way

Eliminating Damp

Sound Advice
Not only is the world a noisier place to live nowadays, but the way we construct homes is worse from a soundproofing point of view. Mark Brinkley explains the possible solutions

Sound Advice