Latest articles by Sam Webb
These Hive smart devices will stop working after Centrica ends product lines
The company say they have stopped a number of their Hive products to focus on eco-friendly devices such as air source heat pumps as part of their "big plans to make Britain’s homes greener"
Ed Sheeran builds his own chapel with underground crypt 'as part of Sheeranville'
The singer has had plans to create a private chapel on his Suffolk estate approved, which he says he plans to use for social gatherings and religious ceremonies for "people from around the world"
How you could be fined £5,000 or imprisoned over Japanese knotweed
If you have the invasive plant species you can face civil or legal action if you do not deal with it properly. Here we show you how to avoid these penalties for Japanese knotweed
Stunning home built into a steep cliff edge and designed to withstand 96mph winds
The cliffside property in Cornwall needed specific materials and design in order to be built into a steep cliffside edge and so it could withstand the harsh seaside elements
What is a cesspit and are they still legal?
Cesspits are a simple drainage solution but there is a fair bit you need to know if you're thinking of installing one in your garden — including whether they are still legal
Homeowner sparks planning row at £1.3m home over helipad in his back garden
A top lawyer says he needs clients to be able to fly in to see him with "unrestricted access", but neighbours object to the plans claiming it would have a detrimental effect on the wildlife
British Gas announces £969million profit — almost £900m more than last year
Record profits follow energy price hikes last winter, that sparked fuel poverty across the UK and left millions shivering in their homes
Simon Cowell sells his multimillion-pound mega mansion in Holland Park
The music and TV executive suffered multiple intrusions at his West London home, forcing him to sell up amid concerns over his and his family's well-being
Watch: Kevin McCloud visits converted boat house where owners claim heat pump has cut their energy bills in half
The Grand Designs presenter speaks to the owners of an old thatched, coastal boat house, who say their newly-installed heat pump saves them money and works perfectly despite being exposed to the salty sea air
How the Church of England is switching to heat pumps and solar panels — starting with St Paul’s Cathedral (well, part of it)
The religious body has made a commitment to improving the energy efficiency of its buildings in the hope that the Church will be Net Zero by 2023
Giant robot mural sparks row but council says it doesn't need planning permission
A homeowner has upset neighbours by painting the side of his house with a giant robot mural and rainbow geometric shapes, — but the council says the robot and rainbow colours can stay as they don't require planning permission
This project home on a large plot is only £100,000 — but comes with a catch
The Shropshire house has a guide price of £100,000, far below to average for the areas average which is over £430,000, but for very good reason...
Take a look inside this little 'mushroom' house believed to date back to the 1800s
The owners of the unusual home have decided to sell up after renovating it but finding a buyer may prove difficult as the home comes with a bit of a catch
Jack Grealish seeks planning permission for extension to his £5.6m mega mansion
Grealish seeks to make the property a "forever home" for him and his partner but this may prove to be difficult due to the homes prior history with failed applications
A 10th of smart meters 'are faulty' — how to tell if yours is working properly
A faulty meter can lead to unexpectedly high bills. Here we look at how many are estimated to be faulty across the UK and how to check yours is working properly
How government heat pump funding could actually be slowing down uptake
The Boiler Upgrade Scheme has faced further criticism after it is now alleged that the scheme could be slowing down heat pump installations
Led Zeppelin bassist's former Rectory home on sale for nearly £10million
The Old Rectory was rebuilt after a fire in the 1970s and has since had famous owners such as John Paul Jones
Kevin McCloud looks at retrofit heat pump in a 1960s semi-detached home
The TV host exposes the myths around heat pumps and highlights the positives of the heating system which could save people on their heating bills
New rules in Scotland would ban boilers in new homes from early next year
The Scottish Government is introducing regulations to stop the installation of gas boilers in new build homes in an effort to reduce carbon emissions from heating systems
How much does it cost to run a fan? Different types and their costs explained
Looking for cost-effective relief from the British summer heat? Read on to find out how much cooling fans cost to run
How much does a portable air conditioner cost to run per hour?
An air con unit might be a worthwhile investment as temperatures soar. We explain all the costs and which type of units are cheaper to run
Fining manufacturers for missing heat pump targets 'will cause price hikes'
Manufacturers say if the government goes ahead with plans to issue fines for not meeting heat pump quotas, it'll cause job losses as well as the extra cost being passed on to consumers
When is the best time to water grass? We ask the experts
Watering the lawn is not as simple a process as some people think. We spoke to the experts to find out what time is best to grab the watering can as well as how much water to use
'Four year rule' means log cabin built without planning permission near Vernon Kay and Tess Daly's home 'may stay'
Owner of timber cabin built on greenbelt land without planning permission is given the green light to appeal against an enforcement order to demolish the home due to the 'four year' planning rule
