General Articles

Householders in and around Brighton who are thinking about improving the comfort and energy performance of their homes will have the opportunity to learn from real renovation experiences at a free community event taking place on Wednesday, 18th March at... View Article

By Looeeze Grossman, founder of The Used Kitchen Company There’s no doubt that the cost of everything is continuing to rise, almost weekly, and everyone is feeling the strain. And it’s not just materials and labour, it’s everyday essentials that... View Article

Visit ‘Build It Live’ later this month at the Kent Event Centre on 21 and 22 February 2026 to meet with property experts and suppliers who can discuss your next project including finding out about the benefits of the 2026... View Article

Next step advice for those inspired by Guy Martin’s House Without Bills For those inspired by the Passivhaus retrofit projects featured in Guy Martin’s House Without Bills (that aired on Monday 9 February on Channel 4) the Passivhaus Trust is offering a wide range... View Article

With the days getting brighter and longer, it’s the perfect time to refresh your home – and the bathroom is no exception. A full renovation might not be on the cards, but a few clever updates can make all the... View Article

Charlton & Jenrick Ltd (C&J) is pleased to announce that Katell Ltd has been acquired by long-time Managing Director Andrew Hurworth in a management buyout completed on 4th February 2026. Over the past 25 years, Katell has become a major... View Article

The continually changing lifestyle habits of families and the continued rise of remote and hybrid working are two key areas that are reshaping renovation requirements across the UK homebuilding and renovation sector. These trends will be firmly under the spotlight... View Article

The National Custom & Self Build Association (NaCSBA) has announced that it has appointed Richard Bacon to its executive committee, with Bacon also agreeing to take on the role of Chair. The former MP has long been a champion of... View Article

By Allan Corfield Architects, exhibitors at the Homebuilding & Renovating Show When planning a new home, it’s natural to think about design, location and budget—but what about its long-term value? More homeowners and self-builders are now turning to the Passivhaus standard as... View Article

The Government announced on Tuesday 20 January, details of its long-awaited Warm Homes Plan, a £15bn programme designed to support households with solar panels, heat pumps, and insulation, helping to lower energy bills and decarbonise homes across the UK. The... View Article

HomeOwners Alliance (HOA), the property advice website which empowers​ homeowners and aspiring homeowners with expert advice, has announced a new​ partnership with UK’s leading organisation for the UK’s building protection industry,​ the Property Care Association (PCA). PCA’s audited members helps homeowners​ diagnose and fix... View Article

Planning a home renovation or building project? Come and meet the UK’s largest construction trade body – the Federation of Master Builders (FMB) for expert advice on how to find a reputable builder in your area. The FMB will be... View Article

Specialist mortgages, tax incentives and a growing focus on energy-efficient homes are making it easier for homeowners to take control of how — and what — they build. Please see below expert comments on this topic for your consideration. With... View Article

New research from the Federation of Master Builders (FMB) has found that 12% of homeowners in Wales have personally lost money to rogue builders, due to poor or unsafe building work. The financial impact in Wales has been an estimated... View Article