Sam Webb
Sam is based in Coventry and has been a news reporter for 20 years. He is the former deputy editor of food industry news website just-food and has covered hard news, in-depth analysis features, interviews and comment pieces on the industry. For more than two years he was a reporter for the Daily Mail Online, one of the world’s largest newspaper websites at the forefront of online journalism. He covered breaking news stories on a global scale, including the death of Margaret Thatcher and the hurricane that ravaged the East Coast of the United States.
After the Mail he moved to the Mirror.co.uk and was an integral part of the award-winning and rising news website’s successes. His freelance work has featured in news outlets throughout the world. As a copywriter, he has written for clients as diverse as Saint-Gobain, Michelin, Halfords Autocentre, Great British Heating, and Irwin Industrial Tools.
During the pandemic, Sam helped his carpenter brother renovate his home in Lincolnshire and the pair converted his van into a mini-camper. He is currently planning to convert his shed into an office and Star Wars shrine.
Latest articles by Sam Webb

By Sam Webb Published
The owner hopes to transform the former WC and bus shelter into a one bedroom home

By Teresa Conway Last updated
If your grass is looking a little sparse, learning how to overseed a lawn can fix that. Here we ask the experts how is best to do it

By Sam Webb Published
The suspected arson and subsequent demolition of the pub led to calls for greater legal protection for historic buildings

By Sam Webb Published
Each of his victims was left 'grossly' out of pocket as the builder is banned from any building work for 10 years

By Sam Webb Published
The large pond was criticised by parish councillors, who claimed it could affect biodiversity in the area

By Sam Webb Published
The double-height glazing maximises natural light to incredible effect

By Sam Webb Published
The 30ft-wide decking has been dubbed an 'eyesore' by neighbours

By Sam Webb Published
Bigger and more efficient heat pumps could be on the horizon if the proposals are put into law

By Sam Webb Published
A government consultation will look at whether planning rules should be eased to allow bigger extensions as well as changes to the rules on loft conversions and roof extensions

By Sam Webb Published
Cllr Phil Eckersley says the original windows of the derelict property were rotting away

By Sam Webb Published
The homeowner says he can see his frosted breath at night after putting his master bedroom in the uncompleted loft conversion

By Sam Webb Published
The stand-up comedian and his TV producer wife intend to rent the seafront property to holidaymakers while they're not living there

By Sam Webb Published
The 57-year-old, famous for his inventive invective, has tweaked plans for his South London mansion

By Sam Webb Published
Renewable forms of energy could transform the UK's carbon footprint

By Sam Webb Published
Rather than wait for the lamppost to be moved, the builders didn't waste any time and decided to tweak their plans...

By Sam Webb Published
The two celebs proudly displayed their sumptuous new kitchen and dining area as part of their wider renovation designs

By Sam Webb Published
Critical financial distress grew rapidly in the construction sector at the end of 2023 with many firms on the verge of bankruptcy

By Sam Webb Published
Homeowners in Bolton will keep their homes and businesses warm with waste heat generated by the town’s sewers

By Sam Webb Published
The manufacturer claims it has advanced anti-vibration technology, resulting in quiet operation compared to other heat pumps

By Sam Webb Published
Bear Mason has been told to detach the structure from a listed bridge after it didn't meet planning conditions

By Sam Webb Published
The design seems haphazard but cleverly maximises space and light, which helped gain the home recognition from Historic England

By Sam Webb Published
The childhood home of actor, writer, and producer Ruth Jones on the Porthcawl sea front is available for £549,950

By Sam Webb Published
The distinctive semi-detached in Worcester has raised eyebrows for its paint job but the owners claim they have turned it into "quality student housing"
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