Homebuilding & Renovating

Homebuilding & Renovating is the top-selling magazine in the UK for anyone looking to create their dream home, whether you're just starting out or have experience. Each issue is packed with expert tips to help ensure your project goes smoothly. You'll find guidance on your self-build or renovation journey, creative house design ideas, the latest industry news and products, and inspiring stories from others who have completed similar projects.

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How to buy garden land from a neighbour to build your own house

3 days ago | homebuilding.co.uk | Jayne Dowle

When the search for a self build plot seems fruitless and frustrating, have you considered looking closer to home? Buying land off a neighbour with a generous garden is a popular option, when and where it’s possible. This approach to finding a plot comes with advantages, such as knowing the area, not having to move far – just a matter of metres, so saving money and stress – and you can stay on site to supervise progress. But, building on a neighbour’s garden is never risk-free.
Suspect asbestos is lurking in your garage roof? Here's how to deal with it safely

5 days ago | homebuilding.co.uk | Natasha Brinsmead

Being aware of and understanding how to deal with asbestos in garage roof projects when converting this kind of building is so important if you want to ensure the safety of everyone involved. If you are carrying out a garage conversion, there are several investigations that you'll need to carry out initially – including determining whether there is any asbestos lurking within the structure.
Keep thieves out with the best shed security solutions for your home

6 days ago | homebuilding.co.uk | Sarah Warwick

What’s kept in sheds can be costly to replace if it’s stolen. The value of items such as lawnmowers, garden furniture, tools, bikes and more can all add up to a large sum. On top of that, what’s taken might be in aid of accessing your home. The takeaway? Shed security is essential. Some 16 per cent of shed owners have been burgled, according to research conducted by Compare the Market.
How to insulate your garage conversion walls, floors and roof for a cosy, comfortable new space

6 days ago | homebuilding.co.uk | Natasha Brinsmead

Looking into insulating a garage conversion needs to be top of your to-do list if you are considering turning this often wasted room into habitable living space. If you are looking for ways to add space and value to your home without building a full-blown extension, a garage conversion could be the perfect way to achieve this. That said, unless you carry out the project carefully, you could be left with a space that isn't fit for purpose.
12 clever ways to style a living room without a fireplace

1 week ago | homebuilding.co.uk | Gabriella Dyson

When designing a living room, a fireplace is often the natural heart of the space, a comforting focal point that sets the tone for everything else around it. But what if your home doesn't come equipped with this traditional centrepiece? You might wonder how to achieve the same inviting atmosphere without it. Fortunately, a living room without a fireplace is far from a design compromise. Instead, view it as an opportunity to discover fresh living room ideas that feel imaginative and personal.
Warning over viral 'hack' of using mothballs to stop pigeons on your roof — plus, what to do instead

1 week ago | homebuilding.co.uk | Gabriella Dyson

If you’ve noticed a constant cooing coming from above your ceiling, there’s a good chance pigeons have taken up residence on your roof. While they might seem harmless at first, these uninvited guests can quickly become a problem – damaging roofing materials, spreading disease through their droppings, and causing a racket, especially during breeding season. One popular DIY fix making the rounds online is using mothballs to stop pigeons on your roof – but does this trick actually work?
How to maximise garage security and keep burglars out

1 week ago | homebuilding.co.uk | Sarah Warwick

Expensive contents like lawnmowers, power tools, sports equipment and bikes, as well as cars, make garages a target for burglars. And with ladders and hand tools often stashed in there too, garage security is also essential because breaking in can provide thieves with what they need to access other parts of your home. Many people only use easy-to-break locks or padlocks for a garage, failing to secure them in the same way as their house, according to Police UK.
What is the legal height of a hedge between neighbours? Plus, how to avoid any potential disputes

1 week ago | homebuilding.co.uk | Sarah Harley

If you're researching landscaping ideas, or eyeing up a property for renovation with an overgrown hedge, you may be looking to understand what is the legal height of a hedge between neighbours in order to avoid any potential issues. The good – and bad news – is that there's isn't actually a legal height. However that doesn't mean to say you can't get into trouble for an unruly border, or you don't have any rights if your neighbour is refusing to trim their topiary.
Experts share their favourite tips for waterproofing a pergola

1 week ago | homebuilding.co.uk | Gabriella Dyson

Waterproofing a pergola might not be the most glamorous part of your garden project, but it’s definitely important if you want to stay dry. Whether you’re working with a classic timber frame or a sleek aluminium design, the right approach will help you get more from your outdoor space, whatever the weather has in store. Smart roofing, waterproof canopies and well-chosen blinds can all help protect your pergola from the elements while lifting the overall look and feel of the space.
How to anchor a pergola and prevent it from sustaining wind damage

1 week ago | homebuilding.co.uk | Pete Wise

Anchoring a pergola is an important step to ensuring your garden structure doesn't get damaged when high winds strike. Ensuring your pergola idea is appropriately fixed into the ground will help it last for many years – making it a stable place for plants to grow and memories to accumulate as well as being a safe environment to enjoy. We asked pergola and landscaping experts to weigh in on how best to anchor a pergola, depending on its type, size and the underlying ground.