Latest articles by Jack Woodfield
Don't miss out on the B&Q sale — discover the biggest last-minute discounts on power tools, smart tech and more
Don't miss out on these last minute Black Friday home deals — we bring you today's top offers on smart tech, DIY tools and more to make sure you don't miss out
In need of a new cordless drills, saws or sanders? Then check out the best power tool sale deals from Bosch, Black+Decker, Ryobi and more
Air source heat pump grants such as the Boiler Upgrade Scheme help to lower upfront costs — and most homeowners will be eligible for at least one type of grant
Octopus Energy has partnered with Lloyds Banking Group to help homeowners pay less for heat pumps — some installs could potentially be less than the cost of a new gas boilers
Building work first began on this Devon eco home in 1999, but the house is now "resplendent with 20 years of care", according to host Kevin McCloud during the Grand Design revisit
Ovo Energy customers can apply to have a £7,500 smart boiler installed for free as part of a 12-month trial — not only do they get to keep it, but it could lower energy bills too
The first 3D printed house project has begun in the UK which could reduce traditional build costs by 30%, its developers say
An anonymous donation and a plumber's goodwill ensure a couple in their 70s were not left without a boiler this winter
This week's Grand Designs revisit saw a masonry builder challenge himself to build an eco home, which now costs very little to run
EDF Energy is launching a project where homeowners can share a ground source heat pump loop with their neighbours, and an app to help you choose the right heat pump
Self build industry body NaCSBA has criticised “a minority of local authorities” for imposing unsuitable financial tests on those looking to build their own home
Make sure you avoid any DIY nightmares this Halloween by studying this list of jobs that amateur DIYers fail at the most
A Grand Designs revisit saw host Kevin McCloud impressed by an off-grid self build demonstrating a ‘beautiful and desirable’ way of living
The Right to Repair rules could make appliances last longer and save homeowners money on white goods
You’ll now be able to buy a heat pump on the Boiler Upgrade Scheme and British Gas will install it for just £4,999 under new plans
Leaked documents suggest plans are being discussed to increase the scope of permitted development rights so more homeowners can add extensions without planning permission
Marking World Mental Health Day, the Homebuilding & Renovating team offers up pointers for managing stress during a build or renovation
Marking World Mental Health Day, a new study reveals the health benefits associated with good home design
National Grid has laid out its blackout strategies for dealing with power shortages this winter. Here’s what they are
Kevin McCloud follows a couple's glass-walled pavilion build, designed to suit their drastically-changed requirements
Engineers in Scotland have developed a new heat pump prototype that may revolutionise the technology
