Getting Started Ground source heat pump: Costs, plus all questions answered With ground source heat pumps in the spotlight as low-carbon alternatives to gas boilers, we explain how they work, the pros and cons, plus the costs Air Source Heat Pumps: The Ultimate Guide to the Pros & Cons Air source heat pumps are emerging as a low-carbon heating source of choice for homes. Our expert guide answers your questions and everything you need to know Building Regulations Part L: Your Ultimate Guide to the New Changes Changes to Building Regulations Part L take effect from 15 June - here’s how they could impact self builders and extenders Grid List Latest about Getting Started Difference Between Planning Permission and Building Regulations By Natasha Brinsmead published 26 May 22 The difference between planning permission and Building Regulations can be the cause of some confusion. Our guide is here to simplify things Self Build Mortgages: How They Work, How to Apply and Rates By Michael Holmes published 17 May 22 Self build mortgages can release funds at set stages to help you build your dream home. Find out how they work, how to get one, plus the latest rates Right to Build: An Easier Way for Self Builders to Find Plots By Lindsey Davis, Jack Woodfield published 13 May 22 The Right to Build registers are designed to make self build easier - learn how it works and how you can sign up Garage Conversions: A Complete Design and Cost Guide By Natasha Brinsmead, Rebecca Foster published 10 May 22 A garage conversion is one of the best ways to add space and value to your home — our simple guide explains everything you need to know to get started Building an Extension: How to Plan, Budget and Manage Your Project By Michael Holmes, Ian Rock, Michelle Guy published 9 May 22 Building an extension is a journey. Here's how to navigate your way through plans, costs, trades and more with our helpful beginner's guide How to Convert a Barn: The Essential Guide By Michael Holmes published 22 March 22 Deciding to convert a barn presents the perfect opportunity to create a unique countryside home packed with character 7 Things You Shouldn’t Say to Your Architect By Sarah Handley published 21 March 22 Establishing and maintaining a good relationship with your architect is essential – avoid these phrases if you want to stay on good terms Renovating a House: The Ultimate Guide to Modernising a Home By Natasha Brinsmead published 15 March 22 Renovating a house is both exciting and rewarding yet it is not without its challenges. Our guide is here to ensure your renovation project runs smoothly Finding a Surveyor: How to Pick a Good Building Surveyor By Natasha Brinsmead published 9 February 22 Our top tips on finding a surveyor are designed to ensure that you select the best person to carry out the important job of assessing your new home Self Build: The A-Z of Building Your Own Home By Sarah Handley published 27 January 22 Considering self build to create your dream home? Here's how to plan, design and get he best from your project's build team, from start to finish 123456789Archives Homebuilding & Renovating Newsletter Get the latest news, reviews and product advice straight to your inbox. Contact me with news and offers from other Future brands Receive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors Thank you for signing up to Homebuilding. You will receive a verification email shortly. There was a problem. Please refresh the page and try again. MOST READ1This 'Hobbit House' eco home blends into the landscape perfectly2How to prevent overheating in homes as summers get hotter in the UK3Top tips for avoiding stress when renovating a house — and ensuring it runs smoothly4EU F-gas review puts UK's heat pump rollout under pressure5Cantilever extensions: Should you add a gravity-defying addition to your home? Our sponsors
Difference Between Planning Permission and Building Regulations By Natasha Brinsmead published 26 May 22 The difference between planning permission and Building Regulations can be the cause of some confusion. Our guide is here to simplify things
Self Build Mortgages: How They Work, How to Apply and Rates By Michael Holmes published 17 May 22 Self build mortgages can release funds at set stages to help you build your dream home. Find out how they work, how to get one, plus the latest rates
Right to Build: An Easier Way for Self Builders to Find Plots By Lindsey Davis, Jack Woodfield published 13 May 22 The Right to Build registers are designed to make self build easier - learn how it works and how you can sign up
Garage Conversions: A Complete Design and Cost Guide By Natasha Brinsmead, Rebecca Foster published 10 May 22 A garage conversion is one of the best ways to add space and value to your home — our simple guide explains everything you need to know to get started
Building an Extension: How to Plan, Budget and Manage Your Project By Michael Holmes, Ian Rock, Michelle Guy published 9 May 22 Building an extension is a journey. Here's how to navigate your way through plans, costs, trades and more with our helpful beginner's guide
How to Convert a Barn: The Essential Guide By Michael Holmes published 22 March 22 Deciding to convert a barn presents the perfect opportunity to create a unique countryside home packed with character
7 Things You Shouldn’t Say to Your Architect By Sarah Handley published 21 March 22 Establishing and maintaining a good relationship with your architect is essential – avoid these phrases if you want to stay on good terms
Renovating a House: The Ultimate Guide to Modernising a Home By Natasha Brinsmead published 15 March 22 Renovating a house is both exciting and rewarding yet it is not without its challenges. Our guide is here to ensure your renovation project runs smoothly
Finding a Surveyor: How to Pick a Good Building Surveyor By Natasha Brinsmead published 9 February 22 Our top tips on finding a surveyor are designed to ensure that you select the best person to carry out the important job of assessing your new home
Self Build: The A-Z of Building Your Own Home By Sarah Handley published 27 January 22 Considering self build to create your dream home? Here's how to plan, design and get he best from your project's build team, from start to finish
