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August 31
- I've lived with a heat pump for 7 years and these are the changes I've already made, and the ones I'll make in the future
- You're wasting valuable space in your home if you're not using these clever radiator shelf ideas
- 10 kitchen bin ideas that prove this everyday essential doesn’t have to look ‘rubbish’
- Own a unique slice of history as this former naval fortress on a Pembrokeshire island goes up for sale
August 30
- Can you cover a heat pump to hide it from view? Experts offer their golden rules and explain why getting it wrong could be costly
- Are wireless home security systems effective? Here's what you need to know to keep your home safe and secure
- Don't trip up by making these 12 common flooring mistakes in your home
- 'It's the perfect blend of styles' – step inside a 700-year-old Essex farmhouse with a 21st-century touch
August 29
- 7 rain chain ideas to collect rainwater in a decorative way – they're the easy autumn upgrade your garden needs
- 'We've massively reduced our energy bills' – the incredible transformation of a drab 1980s house into an ultra-modern eco family home
- 'A blank canvas with great potential' – stone farmhouse in need of renovation goes under the hammer in the Peak District
August 28
- Experts reveal the worst places to install a heat pump – 6 areas you should avoid when fitting one in your home
- Mark Wright’s new home gym is a masterclass in functional luxury – it’s the ultimate fitness retreat
August 27
- What loft conversion fire regulations do I need to know? Our self build expert explains
- Will stamp duty be abolished? Rachel Reeves’ radical property tax plan explained
August 26
- What is Approved Document K? How your windows, balcony and stairs must comply with these regulations
- Does your fuse box keep tripping? Find out why and how you can fix it
August 25
- Get expert advice on how to change a light switch cover to add a new look to any room
- Are your squeaky floors harmless — or hiding a bigger structural problem?
August 24
- Homeowners urged to check their bins for these common pests which thrive during hot spells – experts reveal how to get rid of them
- Keeping your neighbours sweet when applying for planning isn't a legal requirement but is absolutely worth it, and here's why
- The 6 heat pump problems the experts want you to know about before even thinking about installation
- 6 ways to get straight cuts with a circular saw — including how to make your DIY guide
- Worried about ground source heat pump problems? We list the most common ones and how to find out what's causing them
August 23
- What it's like to live with a biomass boiler — the regular tasks and reality of using biomass to heat your home
- We reveal the top heat pump mistakes experts see time and time again — the good news? All are easily avoidable
- How to get rid of horsetail weeds in your garden — and stop them from coming back
August 22
- How external blinds provide a perfect solution to keeping a home cool
- Change of use — 'How we turned designated commercial land into a residential plot for a family home'
- Experts reveal why HVAC might be the best solution to cooling your home
- From drab to fab – 8 pool patio ideas that will instantly elevate your poolside oasis
- ‘There was no insulation, and we needed to put out buckets every time it rained' – how this couple sensitively restored a dilapidated building from the 1850s
August 21
- Want to know how to unblock a sink without a plunger? Experts reveal five ways to get it done
- Think you can paint your side of your neighbour’s garden fence? The truth could cost you more than you realise
August 20
- What is Approved Document P? The building regulations you need to know when electrical work is involved
- Are home security cameras safe? What you need to know about the hazards
August 19
- Wall-mounted vs portable air conditioners — as temperatures soar, which will be right for you?
- How to sand floors with a belt sander — and when to use a different tool instead
August 18
- The costs of sanding a wood floor — from professional rates to DIY sander tools
- Biomass boilers vs heat pumps — how to choose the best system for heating your home
August 17
- Do you know how much HVAC costs from purchase point to maintenance? Our guide is here to help
- Grand Designs’ infamous ‘lighthouse’ finally sells after years of turmoil
- Windows don’t have to be white uPVC — here’s how to choose a frame colour that suits your home
August 16
- High temperature heat pump or radiator upgrade? We explore your options
- The 6 top HVAC mistakes revealed by experts — and why professional input is essential
- Do you need loft conversion fire doors? Our expert gives his advice on which doors to choose
- Top 15 most confusing property terms in the UK revealed
August 15
- 8 beautiful water feature ideas that will work in any garden space
- Thinking of using a heat pump for a hot tub? Here’s everything you need to know
- More heat pump ads banned as regulator signals growing crackdown on misleading information
- 5 most common tree disputes with neighbours — and how to resolve them
August 14
- This 360cm wide Victorian terrace was reconfigured to maximise space, without extending the footprint and here's the result
- Councils rebel against Labour’s 'undemocratic' planning reforms
August 13
- How far can I extend without planning permission? We explore the limits and how prior approval could help
- Safety watchdog orders thousands to stop using heat pump tumble dryers immediately
August 12
- Councils charging 'garden shed tax' where outbuilding is deemed 'liveable'
- These 12 real-life projects show why treehouses ideas are the ultimate design trend right now
August 11
- Where to put security cameras at home — an expert guide
- Homes first, communities later: How planning permissions are leaving residents without basic facilities
August 10
- Do home security cameras record all the time? Why you should pay attention to recording time
- Types of rooflight explained — a guide to choosing the best style for your home
- Christian Horner and Geri Halliwell’s planning permission struggles at their historic country estate
- 6 things about loft conversion window regulations you need to know before extending upwards
August 9
- What is Stucco plastering? Discover its benefits for a durable and attractive wall finish indoors and outdoors
- Are video doorbells easy to install? What you need to know
- Why the £7,500 heat pump grant still isn’t reaching most households
- The thing you shouldn’t do to your neighbour’s tree roots — even if they cross your garden boundary
August 8
- HVAC vs air source heat pump — 'these systems aren’t direct equivalents,' say the experts
- Waste not, want not: How this London home turned offcuts into an architectural statement
- 8 garden pond ideas that will make an instant impact in spaces big and small
- The 7 biggest home security mistakes homeowners make — and how to avoid them
August 7
- Find out what you need to know to make plasterboarding a garage a success
- Graven Hill moves ahead with final phases with new planning application
- Discover the secrets behind tiling an uneven wall to get a smooth professional finish
August 6
- Can a heat pump cool a house? It depends, say the experts and here's why
- Octopus and British Gas go to war over £500 heat pump claims
August 5
- Planning permission reform boosts UK heat pump sales
- Pros reveal easy-to-follow techniques to stop paint peeling and keep it looking good for longer
August 4
- The best modern porch ideas should 'greet your guests with intrigue and excitement,' say the experts
- Stamp duty scam alert: Fixer-upper tax loophole ruled invalid by court
August 3
- Master drilling into plasterboard to prevent cracks and damage for clean holes
- Do you use a key safe? Why adding one that’s visible is a bad idea
- Inside Ellen DeGeneres’ 4.5 month Cotswolds renovation, and why she’s now selling it
August 2
- Get expert insight into drilling into metal for clean, smooth and accurate holes
- Cat Deeley and Patrick Kielty split during two-year, £5m Barnet renovation
- 10 stunning flat roof porch ideas to take your front door to the next level
- How to repair peeling paint for a quick makeover and a fresh new finish
- 5 things that make an extension look cheap – design experts reveal the common culprits that could lower the value of your project
August 1
- 5 things that will make your house renovation look cheap – plus what to do instead, according to renovation experts
- Are your windows at risk from burglars? How to maximise home window security to keep your possessions safe
- The UK must ditch imported solar panels and build its own, industry experts say
- How first-time homebuilders found a winning formula and created their lifelong dream home