Pipes freezing can be a real worry as temperatures fall — and if they burst things can get even worse. Fear not though, we are here with ways of preventing the problem

SponsoredWe all want to take pride in our home – however, it’s not always easy with typical Scottish weather rattling through the windows and doors, and the heating chugging away from September to April.

Paying close attention to the structure, insulation and coverings of flat roof extensions is key to building a low-maintenance, leak-free and durable roof, says chartered surveyor Ian Rock

Meeting the EnerPHit standard is the peak achievement for retrofitting an existing property to be energy efficient. This is what you need to know

Face it, summer is gone, so we are here to explain how to keep your house warm and cosy without having to worry about eye-watering energy bills

Condensation on toilet cisterns might be a nuisance but it is easy to fix. We explain why it happens and how to deal with it

A potent mix of open plan living, tall ceilings, lots of glass and hard floors – not to mention our children staying around longer – means noise is an issue that needs addressing in extension or self build projects. Mark Brinkley explains