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March 31
- Council admits it can no longer carry out planning inspections after 'losing control'
- Alison Hammond reveals her garage transformation with vented floor tiles and personalised infrared heater
- Open plan kitchen extensions: A practical guide to creating your new space
March 30
- 56% of builders say they don't have the knowledge to recommend heat pumps, according to E.ON
- Council tear down lean-to extension built against neighbouring listed building
- Inspiring orangery extension ideas for every house style
March 29
- 10 DIY mistakes to avoid on your next project
- How your energy prices could soon depend on where you live in the UK
- How much does a utility room cost? A guide to budgeting for this practical space
March 28
- See this stunning conversion opportunity for £150,000 in Dorset
March 27
- Self building this spring? Get insurance and warranties sorted with Self Build Zone
- Inspiring vision: How ecoHaus windows can enhance your self-build's design and energy efficiency
- Couple make costly error after gaining planning and building £100k extension on land they didn't own
- 20 easy DIY projects for a bank holiday weekend
March 26
- Plot where self build was rejected gets planning permission to become traveller site
- A guide to choosing kitchen appliances
March 25
- Alan Carr and Amanda Holden's 88p Tuscan home has gone on sale for £187,777
- How to build a fence: Four steps to a smart new boundary
March 24
- Council tax for empty house homeowners to double at the start of April
- Homeowners will be able to apply for the Boiler Upgrade Scheme even if they don't have loft or cavity wall insulation
- 13 perfect pink bathroom ideas that are fun yet super stylish
March 23
- Government announces plans to build new gas power stations to ‘lower energy costs’
- Painting wood furniture: A DIY guide to get the perfect finish
- What is a conventional oven? We take a look at this cooker type
March 22
- Take a look at this unusual bungalow with 'mansard loft extension' on stilts
- How to stop mould on outside walls — plus when it's a sign of something more serious
- Can you paint a composite door? Our expert explains how to freshen up this door type
March 21
- House built with lamppost in pathway fails to attract buyer — and sales of neighbouring homes are down too
- Timber vs masonry: Which building system should you choose?
March 20
- 10,000 sq ft 'mancave' that never gained planning given permission to be turned into holiday let
- The rules for cutting down trees on a build as explained by a lawyer
March 19
- 'Boiler tax' will go ahead despite warning of costs being passed on to consumers
March 18
- Owner, 84, told to remove uPVC windows from historic lodge instead changes to uPVC in second home so they 'match'
March 17
- External wall insulation added to listed building 'to stop mould' must now be removed
- Extension built without permission to be torn down after 12-year planning battle
- How to prevent mould in bedrooms for a healthier sleep
March 16
- Ceiling collapses onto eight year-old's bunk bed after builders abandon work on £67k loft conversion
- Room with a loo! Old public toilet to be turned into a one-bedroom home
- What are trench fill foundations and how do they work?
March 15
- Openreach 'whistleblower' claims telegraph poles are being installed without serving legal notices
- See inside this 'iceberg' home with fingerprint access and a secret garage
- How to identify and treat dry rot in your home — plus how to prevent it
March 14
- Heat pump vs condenser dryer: Our guide on how to choose for your home
- 12 budget landscaping ideas: Get a high-end look for a low cost
March 13
- Crooked House ordered to be rebuilt after enforcement action is served
- Garage storage ideas: Functional and practical solutions
March 12
- 'Reckless' cowboy builder given suspended sentence over 'unsafe' loft conversion
- Council says wildlife pond added to estate is 'in breach of planning permission'
- What is a condenser tumble dryer and could it work for you?
March 11
- How will the Spring Budget affect current and prospective homeowners in the UK?
- What are BTUs? What they mean and why they are important to understand
March 10
- Discover how this Octagonal Victorian prison was converted into a £1.5m home
- New roof on the cards? You need our timber roof truss cost guide
- How to unblock drains outside: Tips and techniques to keep them working
March 9
- What is broken plan? Pros and cons plus how to create a broken plan space
- UK heat pump applications rise by 39%
- 11 bathroom shelf ideas to help create smart storage solutions
March 8
- Couple find 50-year-old note while renovating fireplace revealing how much former owner paid for the home
- Bi-fold patio door costs: the options and what you can expect to pay
- How to repair cracks in walls for a smooth and secure finish
March 7
- Kensa launch ground source heat pump that is five times more efficient than a gas boiler
- Water softener costs: How much to buy, install and run?
March 6
- Fence or hedge? Gardening experts share advice on which to choose for your home
- Stunning self build maximises natural light with double-height, slim sliding glass doors
March 5
- Heat pump installations to triple in 2024 with costs dropping to as little as £500, claims Octopus Energy
- Homeowner ordered to remove wooden decking, pergola and fencing due to not gaining planning permission
March 4
- How to lay vinyl tiles: a step-by-step guide from a DIY expert
- Take a look at Martin and Shirlie Kemp's home renovation project, including their converted pig hut in the garden
March 3
- See how a couple cut their semi-detached bungalow in half in order to build a brand-new detached home
- What types of energy-efficient windows are worth considering? Glazing experts explain your options
- 22 kitchen decor ideas designed to bring joy to this practical space
- What is Coefficient of Performance (CoP)? Renewables expert explains this key heat pump calculation
March 2
- What is emulsion paint used for and when should you avoid it? Our DIY experts have the answers
- Beautiful kitchen wall colour ideas to finish off any space in style
- Dormer loft conversion ideas that make the most out of your roof space
- Rare Huf Haus home that maximises natural lighting becomes available for £3.8m
March 1
- How to remove mould from ceilings: Practical cleaning solutions plus expert advice to prevent its return
- Report reveals more homes than ever at risk of flooding due to lack of flood defences and councils approving planning in flood zones
- Loft conversion building regulations: What you need to know