De-risk your self-build

Award winning journalist Stephanie Hawthorne offers words of warning. MAKING sure your home is covered in the event of frozen or burst pipes, floods or storms may not be at the forefront of your mind

A round-up of the latest self-build and home renovation news, products and events. By Jennifer Grimble

WHERE TO SPEND VS SAVE

A new online platform promises to make home improvements easier, cheaper and less stressful

Building your own home is probably the biggest commitment you will ever make, so ensure that the house you create fulfils your every requirement

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