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Do you know someone with a bathroom that needs some TLC? Even if they’re not up for a major refurb, we have some top tips to create a new look without breaking the bank. 

We all know the benefit of choosing the right tool for the job. Getting the right carpenter for the job is just as important. Find out why first-fix and second-fix carpentry need different skills.

Housebuilders have welcomed the government’s changes to the planning system – and there could be knock-on benefits for smaller construction firms and tradespeople too.

Cleaning gutters is a job to do before the worst of winter weather as leaving them clogged up can lead to leaks, damp, water damage and blocked downpipes. Here’s our easy step-by-step for that job you’d rather put off.

As we head into winter storm season, our step-by-step guide to installing fence posts – as well as the products you need – could be information you’ll be looking for sooner than you might think.

One big winter storm’s bad enough. You don’t want another one to blow up with your neighbour over who’s responsible for repairing a damaged fence. Warning… the answer’s far from definitive. Be nice!

Fibreglass or mineral wool? There are pros and cons to using the most common loft insulation materials. They’re both budget-friendly options with good thermal performance. So, which to choose?

CEO Shanker Patel says he is proud of the work the Lords Group Foundation does to support local groups and organisations.

The construction industry has one of the highest suicide rates.

You don’t need us to tell you that construction sites can be stressful places.