Getting your house in order

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

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Freezing temperatures and burst pipes, roof tiles whipped off in a storm, or your boiler giving up at the worst time – winter brings some of the most common and costly insurance claims. Payouts for we

Whether you’re renovating an existing room or starting from scratch, our expert explains what you should budget for when designing this essential space

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