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December 2024

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December 22
- How to stop a heat pump freezing — experts share what you should and shouldn't do during cold snaps
- Buying a house with solar panels? These are the extra checks you need to make
December 21
- Pros reveal how to replace kitchen flooring without moving cabinets and still get a professional finish
- How to put in a best and final offer that secures you the house of your dreams
December 20
- 7 methods for unblocking a toilet without a plunger to avoid calling out a plumber — including a final surprising tip
December 18
- Should you install underfloor heating under kitchen cabinets? We asked the experts
- Think the only kitchen island shapes worth considering are rectangles or squares? It might be time to reconsider
December 16
- 6 reasons why your dehumidifier is not collecting water — and simple fixes to get it back on track
- What is indemnity insurance when buying a house? An expert explains
December 15
- The disadvantages of Corian worktops — how it compares with other worktop types
- The experts weigh in on open plan vs broken plan kitchen extensions — is one better than the other?
December 14
- I've renovated four bathrooms – and these are the mistakes I won't make again
- I used a dehumidifier to get rid of damp and condensation – and learned some essential expert tips
December 13
- I'm a home energy efficiency expert and here's what to expect from your MVHR installation
December 12
- Who organises a survey when buying a house? Plus all the survey options
December 11
- These are the best appliances for small kitchens according to industry experts
December 10
- Can eco friendly bathrooms be stylish and sustainable? Experts say yes and share their must-have choices
December 9
- Is hanging curtains in a kitchen a recipe for disaster? Experts say they're the perfect ingredient if you follow these 3 golden rules
December 8
- Stop making these 10 bathroom lighting mistakes if you want a beautifully illuminated space
December 7
- Do you need building regulations approval for installing a log-burning stove?
- What are the pitfalls of Positive Input Ventilation? The experts reveal this ventilation type's downsides
December 6
- Why never to plant a Christmas tree in your garden and what to do with it instead
- How to avoid sleeping in your ski clothes. 6 essential tips for building an extension through winter
December 5
- 13 questions to ask when viewing a house — and why they’re important
December 4
- When to replace a boiler? Signs your heating system needs an upgrade
- What do we know so far about Labour's Warm Homes Plan?
December 3
- What are the hidden costs of buying a house — on top of the purchase price?
- How to build understairs storage to maximise this unused space
December 2
- Timber, sustainability and well-being — how a contemporary home will look in 2025
- How I use off peak energy tariffs to make my heat pump running costs cheaper
December 1
- The disadvantages of a dehumidifier — everything you need to know before your next purchase
- Why is my PIV unit making my house cold? Pros reveal why and how to fix the issue
- How to design a dining room to suit all kinds of occasions — not just formal dinners