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Homebuilding costs rise £76K since 2020, as taxes and regulations are blamed in new report
A new report says a growing burden of taxes, levies and regulations is driving up the cost of building homes across the UK
Can you put shredded paper in recycling bins? The answer may surprise you
Homeowners are being warned that a common household habit could be undermining recycling efforts, as new Simpler Recycling rules aim to reduce confusion and contamination across England
Homeowners face strict steps to secure £500 EV charger grant before 2027 deadline
Homeowners may be eligible for up to £500 towards installing an EV charger, but only if they meet strict criteria and complete a defined approval process before installation begins
Thinking of plug-in solar? Expert highlights a key reason some UK homes may not be ready for it
Experts warn that while plug-in solar is making renewable energy more accessible in the UK, not every home is electrically prepared for it
No food waste bin yet? Homeowners advised to dispose of their scraps in these 6 ways
As food waste collections continue to roll out across England, some households are still waiting for caddies and are being advised on ways to manage kitchen scraps in the meantime
Japanese knotweed is affecting 7% of UK homes and reducing property values by around 5% in 2026
New research highlights the growing financial impact of Japanese knotweed on UK homeowners as millions of properties face reduced value and tougher selling conditions
Simple EV charger installs may be a thing of the past due to new rules, says industry expert
New electric rules are making home EV charger installations more complex, with one industry leader warning that there is now far less room for error
Heat pump tumble dryers set to become standard as traditional tumble dryers face ban
Traditional tumble dryers are set to be phased out under proposals led by Energy Secretary Ed Miliband, with heat pump tumble dryers expected to become the standard in UK homes
