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April 15
- Could Trump's trade war make green energy cheaper in the UK?
- Ewan McGregor and wife Elizabeth Debicki seek planning permission for new roof for their Scottish manor
April 14
- Build a safer home with FireAngel’s smart alarm solutions
- Is a PIV unit causing damp in your home? An expert reveals when and why it can happen
- How to repair a hole in a ceiling with a seamless finish — so no one knows it was ever there
April 13
- How to maximise garage security and keep burglars out
- Will combining solar panels and underfloor heating give you free heating?
- Thousands of homes hit market as sellers cut prices post stamp duty change
- What is the legal height of a hedge between neighbours? Plus, how to avoid any potential disputes
April 12
- Experts share their favourite tips for waterproofing a pergola
- How to anchor a pergola and prevent it from sustaining wind damage
- 4 garage conversion mistakes that can easily be avoided if you plan ahead
- Jeremy Clarkson in another planning battle with council over his pub's car park
April 11
- You can buy this abandoned 15-bedroom Highland lodge for less than a flat in London
- Experts reveal what is the fastest way to remove algae from decking — including cost-effective DIY solutions
- If you buy a plot with planning permission, can you build something else?
April 10
- Kevin McCloud says 'it’s never too late' as Grand Designs sees 82-year-old widow build her forever home
- Is removing a chimney breast ever a good idea — or should you leave it well alone?
- Kelsey Grammer uses planning 'technicality' to get home extension approved
- Types of bath explained — this is how to choose the perfect style of tub
April 9
- Why open-plan living could be bad for your dog
- What are consumer unit replacement costs? Expert insight on how much you can expect to pay
- Living rooms with large windows are wonderful to spend time in — but they do need a considered approach
April 8
- Why are water bills so high? Water companies and regulators respond
- Can garden rooms with bathrooms be stylish and practical? Yes say the experts, and here's how
April 7
- Conservatory types explained — find the perfect style for your home
- 'Eco-envy' sweeps the UK as Brits eye up neighbours' green upgrades
- Trump’s tariffs threaten to derail UK’s homebuilding market as builders warn of 'major harm'
April 6
- Installing a kitchen island: 5 steps from planning to finishing
- Can you use a garden room as a bedroom? Yes, but not without considering these factors first
- 'Plan early' — homebuilders warned building costs are set to rise 12% by 2030
April 5
- The best living room extension ideas should expand your space and improve your outdoor connection. We explore five that perfectly meet the brief
- Should decking grooves face up or down? Experts explain which way they should go and why
- Decking vs paving: Which is going to work best for your next garden project?
- Couple faces unexpected £70,000 bill from council after building their extension
April 4
- Green belt planning loopholes — fact or fiction?
- Red creeping thyme — garden experts share the truth about this alternative to grass lawns
- Pivot House: A rare Paragraph 84 home with a striking gabion wall exterior
- 8 front garden wall ideas that blend style and practicality
April 3
- Buying a house with asbestos? What you need to know
- The castle that is aiming to become the UK’s first ever net-zero castle
- Avoid these five living room design mistakes say the experts, or risk having a living room that's simply not liveable
- Experts reveal how much value a conservatory will add to your home
April 2
- Rotting barn becomes one of Grand Design's most incredible transformations
- What are the options for heating your loft conversion? We explore the choices
- An essential guide to conservatory roof types — discover which option is best for your home
- Will the UK’s solar power boom be built on the back of slave labour?
April 1
- Need advice on a heat pump? Here's how to book a one-to-one call with a planning consultant for just £1
- How to plan bathroom lighting to create a blissful sanctuary
- How to clean a conservatory roof and keep it spotless year round