Latest articles by Sarah Handley
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13 pointless home improvements that won't add value to your house — and 6 that will
These projects might not be worth the investment if you're looking to increase your home's value
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How much does a new front door cost? This is how much you should budget and what can drive up the price
Discover what budget you'll need for a new front door
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What size extension can I build without planning permission? The rules you need to know
If you stick to the stringent criteria of Permitted Development, you can build an extension without planning permission
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Replacing a front door — how to choose the right option to maximise your home’s kerb appeal
If you need to replace your front door, this guide will help you choose the option that best suits your home and your budget
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Are metal windows right for your home? Experts explain the pros and cons you’ll need to weigh up before deciding
Metal windows can have striking visual appeal, and suit period and contemporary homes alike, but they need careful thought to ensure they are right for your home
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Floodproofing a house — 12 things flood experts say you can do while renovating
Your home doesn't have to be in a flood zone to be at risk of water damage. Protect it with these top renovation tips
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Is your garden room breaking the law without you realising it? Experts explain how to tell and what to do if it is
Your garden room might give you an ideal bit of extra space, but is it falling foul of rules and regulations?
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Extension ideas for small houses — 11 clever ways to increase space in a compact home
These extension ideas can have a big impact on a small home, and make it more suitable for modern life
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14 glass extension ideas to make your home feel brighter and more spacious
If your vision for a light, bright, sun-filled home is falling short, a glass extension could be the answer
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Extension ideas for semi-detached houses — 10 clever options to consider
There are more options for extending a semi-detached property than you might think, as these ideas show
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Extension ideas for bungalows – 8 transformative options to make the most of a single-storey home
Make the most of the living space on offer
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Extension ideas for every budget — 11 design options that will add both space and value to your home, no matter your project fund
Want more space? Rather than moving think about reconfiguring your home to suit your needs with advice from our experts
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Should you go for an extension or a loft conversion? Property experts reveal which option will add the most space and value
Extensions and loft conversions are both popular ways to extend your living space, but we put them head-to-head to see which is best for your home
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How much does an extension cost? What you can expect to pay and how to keep costs down
We break down the costs for you
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Planning permission for an extension – do you actually need it?
If you want to add more space to your home with an extension, you'll need to make sure you abide by the planning rules
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10 things you should never do when looking for a builder — what you should do instead
A good, reliable builder can be worth their weight in gold to a homeowner with renovation or extension plans
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How to make the most of living on-site during a renovation project — according to those who have done it
This is what it's like to live on-site during a renovation project, and how you can make the most of it, by those who have been there, done it and lived to tell the tale
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10 side return extension ideas to make the most out of the additional space
These side return extension ideas will help transform wasted outdoor space into a light, bright and flexible living area
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21 things homeowners wish they knew before extending their home
Taking on an extension project for the first time can be daunting, so we spoke to those who had been there and done it
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New price cap for January 2025 has been announced, and it's another increase
Here's what it means for your energy bills
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Energy price cap January 2025: how much is it going up by and who will be affected?
The energy price cap will rise by 1.2% on 1 January, according to the energy regulator Ofgem
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The 13 places you're forgetting to vacuum – and expert tips to tackle them quickly
Your vacuum is for more than just your floors
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How to vacuum – get a professional-grade clean with these expert tips
Think you know how to vacuum? Think again
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How to beat the energy price cap increase - experts say these simple tweaks could offset the £149 hike
With a higher energy price cap now in effect, we look at the easy (and expert-approved) changes you can make to limit the impact
