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Home improvement advice for homeowners (goals and benefits)

Planning a home improvement or renovation? We'll help get you started.

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  • General

What are the 17 common mistakes found on building plans?

When building control surveyors check building plans they tend to see the same errors crop up again and again. What are they?

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  • General

Which flooring structure should I choose for my extension?

We set out the pros and cons of each type of flooring structure for your new extension.

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  • Extension

How will I heat my new house extension?

Find out what options there are for heating your new house extension.

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  • Extension

What electrical requirements are there for my kitchen project?

Find out if you need building control approval for electrical work needed for your kitchen project.

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  • Electrical
  • Kitchens

I'm installing or moving a boiler in my kitchen - what do I need to look out for?

Find out about building regulations around installing or moving a boiler in your kitchen.

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  • Kitchens

What is thermal heat loss in relation to windows and doors?

What is thermal heat loss and how does it apply to windows and doors? Find out more.

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  • Windows & doors

Do I need a building regulations application for my conservatory?

You may or may not need to make a building regulations application for your conservatory. Find out when you do.

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  • Conservatory

Common problems with conservatories and how to solve them

There are some issues common to conservatories - find out how to avoid or solve them.

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  • Conservatory

How can I improve the energy efficiency of my conservatory?

What are the energy conservation requirements for conservatories and how can I improve the energy efficiency?

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  • Conservatory