Latest articles by Joseph Mullane
The government has today announced immediate support to help low income families struggling with surging oil heating costs
New building regulations will make renewable electricity systems a standard feature in Welsh homes, positioning Wales as a UK leader in low-carbon housing
Homeowners with problematic spray foam insulation are left to rely on installers or guarantees after the government confirms no financial support is available
The A Place In The Sun presenter revamped her dated 1980s dining room with satin black walls, painted floors and grey wallpaper – achieving a bold, moody look on a budget
New research reveals where the UK’s highest house prices outside the capital can be found, with multi-million-pound homes on some of the country’s most exclusive roads
A recycling rule update taking effect at the end of March 2026 means you will no longer be able to recycle certain household items. Here’s what you need to know before the change
Consumer champion Martin Lewis has warned households that rely on heating oil, after reports of sudden price hikes and cancelled deliveries
Live UK supplier pricing shows central heating oil costs have more than doubled in recent days
Nationwide is offering interest-free finance for solar panels, insulation, heat pumps, and other eco-friendly improvements, but it's on a first-come, first-served basis
Villagers in Cossington say they were devastated after a memorial oak planted for Winston Churchill was cut down to make way for a housing development, with some claiming the decision to remove it was buried in early planning documents
An advert claiming households could save up to £546 by switching to a heat pump has been banned after the UK advertising watchdog ruled the figure could mislead consumers
Villagers claim they have used the route for decades as a public footpath – now a government inspector will rule on the dispute near Pippa Middleton’s country home
Videos showing how to change four different types of lock mean you can save money and never need to pay a locksmith for a basic lock change again
A 40-year-old iron forge known for bespoke gates and railings is being sold as a self-build plot with plans previously approved for a three-storey home
Alan Carr turns Traitors inspiration into a new adventure as he bids for one of Britain’s most historic castles in his new series Castle Man
OBR says housebuilding will fall to 220,000 before recovering – as industry warns targets are now completely unrealistic
Construction leaders warn Labour’s 1.5 million homes pledge is at risk as insolvencies rise, labour shortages deepen, and the Spring Statement approaches
Daniel Toma refuses to remove a huge garage built without planning permission, insisting it is essential for his ambulance business despite repeated council enforcement
Failed insulation schemes should be used as a learning point for the government, a new framework suggests
Shirlie has repurposed an old Belfast sink to create a vegetable washing station in her garden, showing how everyday items can be reused creatively in garden design
A rare Braintree landmark promises a stunning home conversion with a twist that will test the adventurous
Media reports have suggested wood-burning stoves could be banned in the UK, but a new government consultation shows that while no ban is planned, major new emissions limits, health warning labels and tougher fines are firmly on the table
From insulation and structure through to energy and materials, we explore the best ways to build an eco home and how to decide which ones are right for you
