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Noisy neighbours
People are living in closer proximity than they used to. Noise around the house can be bad, but noise from neighbours can be much worse.  
Architectural salvage
What do you do if you find an almost perfect property whose previous owners have ruthlessly stripped out original features? The answer may be architectural salvage - the 'boutique' end of the demolition salvage industry. 
Damp or condensation?
When buying a property one of the primary concerns is often whether or not there is any damp present and if so what type of damp it is and what are the effects and remedies?
Top ten tips when purchasing or improving a period property
Thinking of purchasing or improving a period property? Read our top ten tips first.
New RICS Consultancy Practice Statement
A new Practice Statement became mandatory at the beginning of the year.
Grand Designs
Kevin McCloud of Channel 4's Grand Designs talks about his passion for property in the latest edition of The Collection.
Winter Maintenance: Top Tips
A Stitch In Time Saves Nine, and you’ll always pay through the nose for emergency repairs. The following tips might help you to prepare for winter, and might save you an unwelcome repair bill.
Windows - some important considerations
It is arguable that no other building element is as important in establishing the character and style of your property as its windows. Windows can also say a lot about you – reflecting your taste and your aspirations.
The realities of owning a thatched property
The thatched property is one of the UK’s enduring rural images. Along with village greens and country pubs, there’s no better picture of chocolate box Britain. But what are the realities of owning a thatched house?
Energy efficiency in period homes
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