Practical advice
Practical advice
Your one-stop-shop to help you keep a healthy home come rain or shine.
Baby monitors
Keep your child within earshot with a baby monitor that won't let you down.
Bluetooth headsets
Which? have tested the latest headsets for the most important features.
All-in-one remote controls
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Government red cards amateur electricians
New buildings regulations have come into force. Read our guide on how to stay on the right side of the law - and stay alive!
What's on the horizon?
Get a sound understanding of the task you're going to take on by using one of our DIY calculators which will allow you to plan your budget sensibly.
How to pay for home improvements
It's high season for home improvements - but how are you going to pay? We weigh up all the options to help you stay in credit.
Avoid the misery of frozen pipes
Before the start of winter, take a few steps to avoid suffering damage to your home from frozen pipes. You'll save yourself hours of hassle from insurance claims as well as the misery of mopping up!
Britain wastes millions on home improvement
We spend four times as long planning a car purchase as a major home improvement project, such as a loft extension or a conservatory, according to independent research by the Federation of Master Builders.
Your home is your castle
You don't want to come home to find your precious possessions taken, nor do you want to feel that a stranger has been in your home. We've got a checklist that will help you make your home more secure.
Which improvements add the most value?
Numerous makeover and housebuying TV shows have prompted a rash of DIY activity as homeowners dust off the toolbox. But, before you start knocking down walls you need to consider the real value that your work would add to your property.
Use your DIY skills to work in construction
In the UK alone, almost one in 20 people have turned their DIY skills into a career, reaping the financial rewards of turning a hobby into a job. Find out how you can get in on the act too!
Easy ways to cut your fuel bills
You can cut at least £100 a year off your fuel bills without losing warmth or comfort by simply using energy efficiently and effectively. Check out our top tips.
Protect your garden
We're spending more money and time on our gardens than ever before. But are we covered when our gnomes go AWOL? Find out more about insurance and garden security with our handy checklist.
What do homebuyers want most?
In light of the government legislation that will put an end to neighbours' encroaching hedges, a recent report reveals that an abundance of natural light is one of the top requests from potential home buyers.
Macho DIYers take care
Sound advice from the Eyecare Trust for all would-be builders, decorators and plumbers about the dangers of 'doing it yourself'.
Take DIY care
If you're planning some DIY don't end up a statistic. Every year there are around 70 deaths and 250,000 serious injuries related to DIY work. Find out how to protect yourself and your family.
Does Grandma really know best?
We put a couple of age-old cleaning remedies to the test and give our top five.
Top tips for householders dealing with workmen
Cowboy tradesmen are under fire again because of reality TV shows highlighting poor service and shoddy workmanship, according to a recent survey. Find out how to get what you pay for.
DIY Dad
A recent survey revealed that 9 in 10 women are clueless when it comes to practical home emergencies - and their first port of call is dear old dad. Find out exactly why.
Flooding fears
Read on if you think your property is at risk of flooding and you want advice on how to protect it.
The home improvement divide
Consumers and estate agents are breeds apart in their views on the type of home improvements that will add value to a property.
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