Provides independent advice to people thinking about buying double glazing for their homes.

Offers independent information and advice for people considering fitting underfloor heating for their homes.

Resource for those considering converting or building a basement, with case studies, galleries, ask an expert feature and directory of services and suppliers.

Provides lots of information about understanding, renovating, caring for and decorating period homes.

Operates the UK's national rating system for the thermal performance of fenestration products. Provides a directory of window suppliers with window energy ratings.

A portal for the UK's home improvement and building industry, with a business directory.

Provides a guide to realistic daily rates for builders and tradesmen, intended to help consumers ensure they are not being ripped off, plus price guides for many large and small jobs.

Collects unwanted, surplus paint and re-distributes it to indivduals, families, communities and charities in need, improving the wellbeing of people and the appearance of places across the UK.

Offers free, independent, unbiased information and advice for people thinking about improving their home by adding a conservatory.

Features an extension building price comparison engine, using building contractors in the user's local area.

Offers information for the householder about the Fenestration Self-Assessment Scheme for windows and doors. Includes an installer directory, trading standards information and testimonials.

Presents a database of builders who are members of the Federation of Master Builders.

Maintains a database of accredited kitchen and bathroom fitters in the UK.

National body for home improvement agencies in England. Offers information on how these agencies help older and vulnerable people with home improvement, and also provides news and event listings.

Non profit organisation which helps the elderly homeowner and long-term leaseholder gain access to safe equity release loans specifically to fund repairs, improvements and adaptations to their home.

Provides a user star rated database of builders and other tradesmen across the UK, searchable by postcode.

Providing case studies, advice and a discussion forum to help homeowners make decisions about home extensions.

Features home improvement ideas and inspiration, plus details of the annual show held at Earls Court. Also presents a timeline detailing one hundred years of the show's history.

Provides exhibitor news, timetables and visitor information for this annual festive home show, held each November at Earls Court.

Aims to support professional installers and to provide guidance to the public, so that they can make an informed choice.

A searchable online directory of qualified tradesmen within all areas of the UK listed by category.

Encourages high standards in the home improvement industry and provides advice and links to trade associations for consumers undertaking home improvements.

Provides a discussion forum and knowledge base for owners of period property, including sections on DIY, buying, selling and insuring.

Government site offering consumers advice on the planning and building regulations applying to England and Wales. Includes FAQs, calculators and tools, plus access to local planning information.

Government portal for the planning service in Northern Ireland. Includes details of when planning permission is required plus online forms and advice.

Lists thousands of tradespeople, with expert advice and customer reviews.

Free online service which allows the user to post information about a job they need doing and then matches local tradespeople willing to take it on; each tradesman is rated by prior customers. Also includes extensive DIY guides and advice.

Buyer's guide for Roman blinds, including made-to-measure as well as advice for do-it-yourself projects.

Highlights the attractions and programmes of this annual home improvement show and offers information for exhibitors and a suppliers list.

Cost and price information for various home improvement projects in the UK.

Offering a useful range of cheap home improvement tips including how to revamp your windows, lay a driveway and insulate your home.

Provides advice for home improvement and repair projects in the UK.

Provides a range of services and information for owners of thatched houses, cottages, and other properties; with details of membership, a library of useful articles, and contacts.

Provides free and unbiased advice for tiling including guidance about related products and manufacturers.