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Read More »Geology Rocks! Can This Free Service Help Your Building Project?
Passive House Pros & Cons: Owner’s Experience 5 Years On
passive house is a highly energy-efficient building standard that promotes indoor comfort and acoustic insulation. If you're intrigued by the concept and eager to dive deeper, we've curated a selection of valuable resources for you.
Read More »Watch This Before Digging Around Utilities
Roger shows you how to safeguard your water, gas & cables while digging.
Read More »The Most Confusing House-Hunting Jargon for Brits – Over Half of Brits Unfamiliar With EPCs
Buying a new home is exciting, but it can also be daunting if you aren’t familiar with the language used by property professionals.
Read More »Heat Geek Tech Tour ~ The Future of Heating?
Heat Geek was created to give expert advice on all aspects of the heating industry to end users and professionals. Roger gets a tour of their headquarters.
Read More »#29 ~ Is It Cheaper to Leave Your Heating on Constantly?
Should you be running your heating constantly or are you better off using your timer?
Read More »Mira Flight Takes a Nose Dive ~ Sorry Saga With a Twist
Roger is having trouble with Mira Flight shower trays.
Read More »Make Yourself Seen with Snickers Workwear
When worksite visibility decreases, accident risks increase. That’s why you need properly certified, hard-working High-Vis clothing.
Read More »Makita DCE090 ~ The Battery Powered Cut-Off Saw We Doubted
Sam reviews the Makita DCE090ZX1 Twin 18v LXT Brushless Power Cutter.
Read More »Why Do We Despise The Jack Of All Trades?
Roger is tired of people telling him to stick to plumbing. It's rant time.
Read More »Replacing Broken Glass ~ £250 DIY Money Saver
Replacing the glass in an old sash window can be a meticulous but manageable process, replace broken window glass and save £250 with this DIY job.
Read More »Don’t Treat Damp The Wrong Way
Diagnosing damp problems in a building involves a systematic approach to identifying the symptoms, understanding the possible causes, and then taking appropriate action. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you go about it.
Read More »Fire & Sound Stop ~ A DIY Job You Can Do
Roger talks about the features and benefits of Rockwool insulation.
Read More »The Disastrous Policy Rishi Sunak Just Buried (Maybe)
This is why the Clean Heat Market Mechanism was doomed from the start.
Read More »Sewage In Our Rivers ~ The Ugly Truth
Polluted waters have been a concern for decades. There's often a lack of awareness among the public regarding the sources and consequences of water pollution. Educating people can help drive solutions and increase pressure for action.
Read More »Smarter Gardens: Building Modern Thinking Into Classic Garden Design
Gardens have always been a cherished part of homes, but beyond their aesthetic and therapeutic appeal, gardens have a tangible impact on property value.
Read More »Look How Well This Turned Out! 2023 Extension Build Ep.6
Building an Extension on a Budget in the UK: Sam gets to the finish line with his project
Read More »Insulation Is NOT Always The Best Option
The Downsides of Insulating Unheated Spaces: Roger explains when Insulation Can Be Detrimental.
Read More »LBC Tudor Brick Rant ~ Why Is Sam So Angry?
Sam is unhappy with his LBC Tudor bricks, time for a rant!
Read More »Interior Work Begins: 2023 Extension Build Ep.5
Building an Extension on a Budget in the UK: Sam runs us through all of the work he has carried out since we last saw him.
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