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Stories about refurbishment
What things cost, what they are worth, and how to tell. Written from the figures, not the brochures. All stories
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What a full house refurbishment costs in 2026, room by room Realistic planning allowances for a three bedroom house in the North West, from rewires and roofs to kitchens, plus the costs that catch people out. -
What an EPC tells you about a house before you view it The energy certificate is a free survey of a property's condition, if you read past the letter. Here is what to look for and what it says about the seller. -
How much should you actually pay for a house you plan to do up? Asking price tells you what the seller wants. Here is how to work backwards from end value to the most you can pay and still make the deal work.