Homebuilding & Renovating

Homebuilding & Renovating is the UK's number-one magazine for home extenders and self-builders. From build costs, planning permission, hiring builders, to project managing subcontractors and step-by-step DIY guides, each issue is packed with the best expert advice to help you deliver your project on time and within budget. You'll also find inspiring case studies of completed projects, and all the design ideas and inspiration you need to create your dream home. Whether you're renovating and extending an existing property, or building a new home, Homebuilding & Renovating magazine is your essential project companion.

Homebuilding & Renovating

FROM THE EDITOR

INSIGHT • A round-up of the latest self-build and home renovation news, products and events.

RESULTS REVEALED

Shingle minded • Despite the challenges, Celia and Keith McCarthy turned a 1970s bungalow into a characterful cedar-clad haven

New direction • On the verge of starting this self-build, a late change of design proved to be the making of this Devonian house on a bend

Style on the sıde • The success of Jorge and Carin’s Kent extension owed itself to clever design solutions and a combination of talents

Living in colour • Robyn and Mike Collins turned a boring 1950s home into the boldest, most exciting house on their street – all for less than £220,000

SHORTLISTED

10 PROJECTS YOU CAN DO WITHOUT A PLANNING APPLICATION • Extending, renovating or improving your home doesn’t always require planning permission. Our planning expert reveals what you can typically do to your property without it…

LISTED BUILDING GRADES • If you’re considering buying a listed building, the grade it’s been assigned can play a major part in defining what you can and can’t do when it comes to making changes. Here’s what you need to know

How to secure your home • From professionally wired systems to easy-to-install wireless options, we explore the best ways to keep your home safe and secure

GUIDE TO RENOVATING • One of the biggest, and costliest, jobs for renovators comes with updating an outmoded heating and plumbing system — surveyor Ian Rock’s guide explains all you need to know

HOW MUCH DOES A NEW BATHROOM COST? • Whether you’re renovating an existing room or starting from scratch, our expert explains what you should budget for when designing this essential space

ASK THE EXPERTS • Got a burning question about your self-build, extension or home renovation project that you need an answer for? Just drop us a line by emailing homebuilding@futurenet.com and your question could be answered by one of our magazine experts

IS MY HOME SUITABLE FOR A HEAT PUMP? • Thinking of upgrading to a more sustainable heating system? Here’s how to check whether your home is fit for the task

Fabulous flat roof extensions • From eco-friendly options to unusual finishes, as well as simple solutions that still speak volumes, we’ve got 12 flat roof extension ideas to help inspire your new addition

Self-build for beginners BUILDING IN A FLOOD-RISK AREA • As our climate continues to change, flooding is increasingly a concern for homeowners. Here’s how to make sure your project is protected from the risk of rising waters

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