Latest articles by Amy Willis
Do you know how to tell if a wall is load-bearing? Avoid demolition disasters by making sure you do
The most important thing you need to establish before removing a wall is if it's load-bearing. Make sure follow this expert advice before you start any work
How I trained the hedges in my cottage garden using this £11 arch from Amazon
This metal garden arch from Amazon might've been cheap and cheerful, but it was perfect for training the young hedges in my garden when landscaping
The best bathroom extractor fans to combat condensation and damp
The best bathroom extractor fans must efficiently and quietly circulate fresh air into a space while also removing moisture-laden air to stop mould forming. They also want to look the part too. We've gathered the top buys to make choosing easy
Energy price cap rises to £1,849 — what it means for your bills
Ofgem's energy price cap dictates the level at which energy prices are set. So what does this mean for our energy bills?
Vampire devices: How much do your gadgets use while switched off
Vampire devices are secretly draining your wallet. Here are the most common culprits and how you can stop them
Energy price rises more than expected as costs set to increase to £1,849 in April
Energy price rises have been blamed on a rise in wholesale market price increases by Ofgem
What is an integrated dishwasher? Here we reveal the pros, cons and how it compares with semi-integrated and freestanding dishwashers
You may be asking what is an integrated dishwasher if designing a new kitchen. They can hide your appliances to give your kitchen a sleek look. We explain all
I tried this heat pump tumble dryer and it's changed how I do my laundry
Black Friday has plenty of deals on for tumble dryers right now. Here's why I'll be opting for a heat pump tumble dryer over a condenser model
Content funding on Homebuilding & Renovating
How we fund the content that you read on Homebuilding & Renovating
What is an air to air heat pump and how does it work?
We look at this type of heat pump, explain how it differs from an air source heat pumps as well as looking at its pros and cons
11 house rendering ideas from real homes to finish off your build in style
Our pick of rendered build projects to inspire your choice of exterior finish for your self build, extension or renovation
New Grand Designs series begins with ambitious transformation of old coastguard station
Kevin McCloud is back tonight for the 25th series of the Channel 4 show, following the five-year-long journey of Zahid and Ferzana in East Yorkshire
7 bedroom flooring ideas for a cosy but practical sleeping space
Investing in great bedroom flooring ideas will transform any space into a welcoming and relaxing area for a restful sleep
Soil types you might find on your plot — and what it means for your foundations
Our expert explains the different soil types you could find on a building plot and how this could steer your choice of foundation system
How to remove mould from ceilings: Practical cleaning solutions plus expert advice to prevent its return
Mould making its mark on your ceilings? Here's how to banish the unsightly stains and keep them at bay
I tried the EcoAir DD2 simple desiccant dehumidifier inside my damp van and cold kitchen — and it was brilliant
I hadn't used a desiccant dehumidifier before – having only had compressor models – but was completely converted after testing the EcoAir DD2 simple desiccant dehumidifier in the colder spaces in my home
Demand Flexibility Service: How to get paid for switching off your electric
By turning your power off during peak hours when the scheme is running, the National Grid will pay you up to £3 per kWh saved if signed up to the Demand Flexibility Service
This clever weed tool helped me switch from weed killer to organic gardening
I bought the Fiskars weed puller for £46 in July this year to find it an essential tool in my gardening kit. It currently has 12% off for Black Friday – here's why it is well worth the purchase
I tried using a dehumidifier to save money on energy bills — here's what happened
While most dehumidifiers don't pump out heat, pulling moisture out of the air can make you feel warmer. But can this reduce the need to turn on your heating and therefore save you money on energy bills? Amy Willis puts the theory to the test
How my Google Nest camera helped catch a thief pinching my old avocado sink
When ripping out my old bathroom during renovation work, leaving my avocado sink in my front garden attracted a cheeky thief. But I had the last laugh when my Google Nest camera caught him in action
How a cheap stove fan boosted my log burner's heat output
This Tomersun stove fan was well worth the investment in my home — and buying it out of season means you can pick one up fairly inexpensively
How a simple solar panel charger saved me wasting money on new car batteries
I kept buying new car batteries until I bought a solar panel battery charger that was a total game changer. And similar ones can be picked up on Amazon for around £20-£50
