If you're renovating a house this year, our expert advice is exactly what you need. Our team has decades of real-life experience – between us, we've renovated countless flats, terraces, semis and detached houses, and there are extenders and even self-builders among us, too.
Make a start with our expert guide to house renovation, ensure you've pitched your budget at the right level with our article on house renovation costs, and don't miss our guide to renovating a Victorian home. And that's just scratching the surface...
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How to deal with damp and rot
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