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Home insulation tips: catch the heat... not a cold!
Are you losing heat through your walls and other places in your home? In a poorly insulated house, up to a third of your heat can escape - costing you money. But don't panic. Discover our home insulation tips to keep your home warm and your heating costs down.

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Securing your home while you’re away
When you're away, your home is especially vulnerable to thieves. To help give you peace of mind, we explore some measures you can take before you leave the house.

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How to prepare your property for winter
During the autumn and winter months, property disasters like burst pipes, broken boilers, flooding and storm damage are more likely. Start the preparation and planning before the temperatures drop, and you'll protect your property.

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Add value to your home with an extension
An extension or loft conversion could add to a property's value. If you're on the property ladder, it could be your way up to the next rung.

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Top 5 things to know about buying a listed property
The house of your dreams is listed. Should that put you off? With around 500,000 listed buildings in the UK, it's worth getting informed. From permissions to insurance, we go through the things you need to know about buying a listed property.

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Securing your home while you’re away
When you're away, your home is especially vulnerable to thieves. To help give you peace of mind, we explore some measures you can take before you leave the house.

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A guide to green homes
It's more important than ever to think about the environment. We can't just flick a switch and improve things overnight, but we can do our part at home to make things a little better.

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How to knock down a wall
If you've never knocked down a wall before, it's important to know it can be quite a complex job and can require some heavy duty equipment. It's a skilled task, so before you get your sledge hammer out, find out what to take into consideration.

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What's Japanese knotweed and how do you defeat it?
Japanese Knotweed can strike fear into the hearts of even the most experienced gardeners, as it's extremely difficult to control, can choke other plants and regenerates from the smallest fragment. If you spot it in your garden, don't panic - find out the best ways to tackle it.

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Keeping your garden and shed safe
Whether it's equipment stored in your shed, expensive garden ornaments or even outdoor furniture, many of us fail to protect the valuables we have in our gardens and sheds. Read our suggestions on how to protect your garden valuables from theft.

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Resolving disputes and arguments with neighbours
Falling out with neighbours can be awkward, especially as there's nothing you can do to escape them other than moving house. Most arguments are caused by similar things and can be easily resolved. Find out how to amicably settle disputes and when it's best to seek further advice.

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How to prepare your property for winter
During the autumn and winter months, property disasters like burst pipes, broken boilers, flooding and storm damage are more likely. Start the preparation and planning before the temperatures drop, and you'll protect your property.

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Keep your home secure while you're away
Thieves look for signs that a house is unoccupied, such as overgrown front lawns or deliveries clogging the letterbox. Discover our common sense tips to help protect your empty home while you're away, so you can relax and unwind without worry.

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Don’t get caught out by home scams
Every year, thousands of people are caught out by scams designed to part them from their hard-earned cash. From window cleaners to fraudulent landlords, their tricks are increasingly sophisticated. Read on to see the most common dirty tricks of the trade.

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How to declutter your home
Are your possessions taking over your house? Do you trip over shoes in your hallway? It's time to declutter your home and reclaim valuable space by organising your stuff.

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How to get rid of condensation
Day-to-day activities, such as cooking, drying washing, burning fuel, all produce water vapour. This vapour can condense back into water and excess condensation can cause damp, and even lead to structural problems. Find out how you can deal with it.

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How to survive a house move
Moving house can be a stressful process. But planning ahead and getting organised can improve the experience, and help you settle into your new home quicker.

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Tips for working from home
Whether working from home is new to you or you’ve been doing it for years, here are our top working from home tips.