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8 home repair jobs to tackle quickly – before they cost you a fortune

Avoiding spending on home maintenance tasks could lead to costly damage down the line. Lisa Salmon speaks to some experts.

The Independent UK · Jun 6, 2023

Most house proud UK cities revealed

Researchers have found where the proudest homeowners live but last year’s winner, Oxford, doesn’t even make the list

The Independent UK · Feb 17, 2023

Newcastle and Southampton top list of UK's most house-proud cities

The survey of homeowners awarded points based on time and money spent on home upkeep over the last 12 months - with Glasgow spending the most money on renovations

Daily Mirror · Feb 8, 2023

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Top 50 property issues homeowners are living with - as they don't have time to fix them

The top imperfections Brits have learned to cope with include cracks in the walls or ceiling, and peeling or flaky paint

Daily Mirror · Nov 11, 2022

Millions living with household faults ‘because they lack time to fix them’

Many feel too embarrassed to invite guests, poll claims

The Independent UK · Nov 11, 2022

Nearly half of homeowners plan to do DIY on homes this year - despite cost of living

But three in five will turn to smaller tasks rather than big renovations - with painting interior walls and laying new carpet topping the list

Daily Mirror · Sep 25, 2022

UK's rogue trading hotspots revealed - check if your city is on the list

Plumbing, closely followed by bathroom installation, painting/decorating and kitchen fitting are the most prevalent sectors where consumers are being left with disappointing work

Daily Mirror · May 16, 2022

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UK’s rogue trader hotspots revealed in poll

Experts warn homeowners to be vigilant amid cost-of-living crisis

The Independent UK · May 16, 2022

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