Energy expert issues urgent warning as one in six say they ‘can’t afford’ any more price rises| Latest from Homebuilding & Renovating
Considering using solar panels to power your underfloor heating? You might need a rethink, say the experts| Latest from Homebuilding & Renovating
Households upgrading with loft insulation or solar panels are being targeted by rogue robo calls. Regulators warn homeowners how to spot and stop the scams| Latest from Homebuilding & Renovating
Thinking of leaving the heating on low this winter? Martin Lewis says it could cost you more – and even cause condensation| Latest from Homebuilding & Renovating
Looking for hallway wallpaper ideas? Here’s how to turn a plain corridor into the most stylish space in your home| Latest from Homebuilding & Renovating
Solar panel fires are rare but possible. Experts explain causes, recent UK cases, and why certified installation and maintenance are essential| Latest from Homebuilding & Renovating
Experts reveal whether it is possible to change the colour of this cosy heating installation| Latest from Homebuilding & Renovating
Catherine Howard joins Treasury to speed up housing approvals as UK Government aims to deliver 1.5 million new homes over five years| Latest from Homebuilding & Renovating
From floor lamps to dimmers, living room mood lighting is the simplest way to add atmosphere to your home. Here’s how experts use it to create warmth and ambience| Latest from Homebuilding & Renovating
Our tell-all smart heating guide is here to help you decide whether to take the plunge| Latest from Homebuilding & Renovating
Expert tips on installation for the entire Ring doorbell range, from mounting to configuration.| Latest from Homebuilding & Renovating
Discover when and where you can use daisy chain lighting in and around your home| Latest from Homebuilding & Renovating
If your bedroom is your sanctuary, you'll want bedroom radiator ideas that keep you cosy, and look good. Here's 11 radiators that do just that| Latest from Homebuilding & Renovating
CPRE report shows 1.48m homes could be built on brownfield, exposing flaws in the government's “grey belt” plan to sacrifice protected Green Belt land| Latest from Homebuilding & Renovating
Metal experts let you know what gear and methods you need to use to say goodbye to rust| Latest from Homebuilding & Renovating
Conservatories can be pretty chilly places to spend time in once outside temperatures drop, but is underfloor heating the way to go? We explains the pros, cons, costs and alternatives| Latest from Homebuilding & Renovating
If roof mounted solar panels aren't an option, are ground mounted solar panels a viable alternative? David Hilton explores this alternative type of solar power| Latest from Homebuilding & Renovating
Developers and housing experts warn stalled approvals, regulatory hurdles, and slow sales threaten Labour’s 1.5 million homes target| Latest from Homebuilding & Renovating
Easy cleaning hacks are appealing, but is this gutter cleaning hack one to try or avoid? We asked a roofing expert if he'd recommend it and here's what he said| Latest from Homebuilding & Renovating
Martin Kemp delights fans on Instagram as he shows off his kale and Brussels sprouts harvest in his raised bed garden| Latest from Homebuilding & Renovating
Dehumidifiers are a lifesaver in damp homes, but they don’t always work in harmony with houseplants. We asked the experts how to get the balance right in your home| Latest from Homebuilding & Renovating
Kenoteq’s recycled K-BRIQ bricks slash carbon emissions by 95%, offering a sustainable solution that could transform global construction| Latest from Homebuilding & Renovating
Experts urge urgent gutter maintenance as councils crack down on statutory nuisances with costly penalties| Latest from Homebuilding & Renovating
Winter is on the horizon so we're here to reveal the 7 boiler problems homeowners most commonly experience to help you steer clear| Latest from Homebuilding & Renovating
Octopus Energy teams up with Chinese wind turbine maker Ming Yang as the UK increasingly relies on imported renewable technology| Latest from Homebuilding & Renovating
From hidden LEDs to decorative lamps, these shelf lighting ideas will add atmosphere, highlight your favourite pieces and give your storage a polished, designer feel| Homebuilding
When it comes to the quartz vs granite debate, which material comes out on top? We break down the differences to see which makes a better kitchen worktop| Homebuilding
Looking for the best kitchen worktop? Then our guide will help you find the right choice for your space| Homebuilding
We spoke to heating experts to find out how to tackle heating a garden room, so that your extra space can be used in all seasons, not just in summer| Latest from Homebuilding & Renovating
Can your garden lighting still sparkle when the sun’s playing hard to get? We explain how to put on a light show come rain or shine| Latest from Homebuilding & Renovating
A Leeds couple’s renovation journey went viral after they uncovered unexpected surprises after buying a long-abandoned home| Latest from Homebuilding & Renovating
From classic to contemporary, here's ten living room radiator ideas to ensure your living room is warm and welcoming| Latest from Homebuilding & Renovating
Tackling this task at the correct time of year is key if you want a healthy lawn that allows more air, water and nutrients to be absorbed| Latest from Homebuilding & Renovating
A Welsh coastal home has turned a greenhouse into a bathroom, showing how the familiar garden building can take on surprising new roles| Latest from Homebuilding & Renovating
These wardrobe lighting ideas will elevate clothes storage from functional to fabulous. Explore expert-approved ideas to brighten your clothes, shelves and dressing area| Latest from Homebuilding & Renovating
Want to know how to kill silverfish? Experts share the natural remedies, prevention strategies and professional treatments that really work against these persistent bathroom pests| Latest from Homebuilding & Renovating
Discover how to get Blu Tack marks off walls with some quick and simple tools and techniques| Latest from Homebuilding & Renovating
Renewables expert, David Hilton is no stranger to solar panel problems having used them for over a decade. Here are the top 5 issues you might encounter| Latest from Homebuilding & Renovating
Autumn can be a tricky season weather-wise so there's never been a better time to take action and stormproof your garden| Latest from Homebuilding & Renovating
Retrofit upgrades designed to cut energy bills may leave property owners underinsured if rebuild costs aren’t reassessed| Latest from Homebuilding & Renovating
This year’s London Homebuilding & Renovating Show brings new garden seminars. Join us from 19-21 September 2025 at the ExCeL London| Latest from Homebuilding & Renovating
If choosing your home office lighting ideas feels too much like hard work, we've rounded up the best styles, methods and products guaranteed to get the job done| Latest from Homebuilding & Renovating
Scottish Government urges UK to wait as hydrogen trial tests whether hydrogen heating can be used safely and reliably in homes| Latest from Homebuilding & Renovating
Soft, warm and welcoming, the popularity of sage green kitchen cabinets is a timeless and adaptable shade, and here's why experts say it's here to stay| Latest from Homebuilding & Renovating
Project 28 sets out eight commitments to speed up home sales, but will this charter solve one of the property industry's biggest problems| Latest from Homebuilding & Renovating
New data reveals 6,851 house fires since 2020 linked to people nodding off with flames or appliances still burning| Latest from Homebuilding & Renovating
Roll-on plaster can provide a quick, smooth finish in the right conditions, but it can also lead to poor results if applied incorrectly| Latest from Homebuilding & Renovating
Beyoncé and Jay-Z reportedly secure Cotswolds estate with full planning permission, ready to build a lakeside mansion| Latest from Homebuilding & Renovating
Retaining wall ownership can be tricky to establish. Learn how to check deeds, avoid disputes, and understand your legal responsibilities| Latest from Homebuilding & Renovating
Experts warn how a wet plastic bag left on your counter could leave lasting stains and cause longterm damage| Homebuilding
Site access and parking are two critical areas to consider and assess when building a new home. Make sure you understand any planning conditions linked to access rights with our need-to-know-guide| Homebuilding
The planning process can be an onerous affair so the more you know about it, the better equipped you’ll be. Follow these top tips to help you get the green light on your application| Homebuilding
Understanding the rules around securing planning permission to demolish and rebuild is essential to make sure you don't waste money on a plot you can't develop| Homebuilding
Don’t overlook the attached planning conditions in the euphoria of gaining planning approval. Failure to discharge conditions can invalidate the permission for your build — ignore them at your peril!| Homebuilding
A design and access statement is an important supporting document when applying for planning approval - here's what it should include| Homebuilding
The Grand Designs presenter shares candid advice for couples embarking on their dream home journey in 2025| Homebuilding
We break down the key figures for building materials prices and why now could be a good time to build your new home| Homebuilding
Looking for the best ways to renovate on a budget? Our guide is here to ensure your old home doesn't become a money pit.| Homebuilding
Our essential guide to renovating.| Homebuilding
After ways to ensure your renovation runs smoothly? Associate Editor Natasha Brinsmead explains the steps she did (and didn't) take when planning her project| Homebuilding
Squirrels may look cute in the garden, but in your loft they can be noisy, messy and destructive. Here’s how to get rid of squirrels in your attic safely and humanely| Latest from Homebuilding & Renovating
You can't always use wet sanding in DIY projects, but it sometimes makes a difference to the finish.| Latest from Homebuilding & Renovating
A new UK study shows that turning design dreams into reality can test relationships and even push some couples to breaking point| Homebuilding
The latest Self Build breaking news, comment, reviews and features from the experts at Homebuilding| Homebuilding
The latest Planning breaking news, comment, reviews and features from the experts at Homebuilding| Homebuilding
The latest Outdoors breaking news, comment, reviews and features from the experts at Homebuilding| Homebuilding
There are a couple of key rules you need to be aware of to stay on the right side of the law when creating an annexe, says planning consultant Ken Dijksman| Homebuilding
Converting an old building can create the most individual of homes, but what is involved?| Homebuilding
'Grey belt' land could be set to play a key role in helping the Labour Government reach its target of 1.5 million homes| Homebuilding
The government has announced their planning reforms for 2025 and we reveal how they could affect you| Homebuilding
Councils across England unite against Labour’s planning reforms, warning of threats to democracy, local control, and the countryside| Homebuilding
While building on green belt may seem impossible, armed with the right knowledge and expertise there are ways to get permission say the experts, and here's how| Homebuilding
Councils are increasingly looking to reclassify villages as towns to protect green belt land and limit development under government ‘grey belt’ rules| Homebuilding
Government admits 'systemic failure' as tens of thousands of homes, particularly in poorer areas, bear the consequences of substandard retrofits| Homebuilding
Underfloor heating with carpet might sound good in theory, but does it work in practice? We get expert advice on what you'll need to consider| Homebuilding
Cement production is at its lowest ever recorded levels, leaving homebuilders facing higher costs, delays and changes to their plans| Homebuilding
Find out more about the Section 106 planning obligation and what it means for the self builder| Homebuilding
The National Planning Policy Framework has been updated with major changes announced for those looking to gain planning permission| Homebuilding
Tens of thousands of new homes are stuck in planning limbo as sewer capacity concerns and regulatory delays leave communities waiting| Homebuilding
Not sure if a self build is for you? Our guide is here to give you advice on planning, designing and executing your project| Homebuilding
Google’s newest feature helps you stay on top of reliable ideas and guidance for every stage of your home project| Homebuilding
Latest figures reveal a slight monthly decline, with stretched affordability and shifting buyer behaviour shaping the housing market| Homebuilding
By recycling building materials, you can reduce the waste that occurs during a build and make sure your extension, self build or renovation is as green as possible| Homebuilding
If you want to build your own home, knowing how much it's likely to cost is key when planning your design. To help you plan your budget, our expert guide reveals the average self-build costs for 2025| Homebuilding
Before you start building a house it’s good to understand the different stages involved so you can stay on track with your schedule and budget. Our ultimate guide shows you what to expect each step of the build – from laying foundations to decorating| Homebuilding
A proposed landfill tax reform could add over £24,000 to the cost of every new build home, sparking warnings from the construction industry| Homebuilding
As of 2030 homeowners risk £5,000 fine for failing to provide a valid EPC when selling or renting| Homebuilding
What is an EPC? Our sustainability expert Tim Pullen covers the basics, and offers advice on useful they are to home buyers and self builders| Homebuilding
Solicitor fees when buying a house can add significant costs to your already expensive purchase, especially if you don't find the right conveyancer| Homebuilding
A study has revealed what Brits Google the most when it comes to properties. Do you know what all these terms mean?| Homebuilding
Our guide on how to fix a dripping tap has step-by-step instructions by our DIY expert| Homebuilding
Planning consultant, Simon Rix explains everything you need to know about pre-application advice including its pros, cons and when it makes good sense to use it| Homebuilding
The Paragraph 79 clause of the National Planning Policy Framework, could be just the ticket to building a home in the countryside. Find out how it works| Homebuilding
This guide explains why getting your parish or town council on side could make all the difference when applying for permission for a new home or extension| Homebuilding
Plots in designated areas, such as an AONB or Conservation Area, hold strong appeal to self builders - but can you actually get permission from the local planners to build?| Homebuilding
Jeremy Clarkson has written to the council to say he no longer wishes to open a new restaurant at Diddly Squat Farm, also confirming what his planning "loophole" was in the letter| Homebuilding
Once the initial despair of planning permission refusal has subsided, should you alter your design or launch a planning appeal?| Homebuilding
Hailie Jade debuts a new renovation series, "Just A Little Reno", helping her best friend revamp a tired 90s house before her baby arrives and offers renovation tips along the way| Homebuilding
Ready to feel some kitchen envy? Look no further than our round-up of the best open plan kitchens.| Homebuilding
Claire Lloyd lists the top 10 lighting tips to help create the ultimate architectural moodboard for your new self build or home improvement project| Homebuilding