Plumbers
How to clear a blocked shower drain without damaging it
Clear hair and soap build-up safely, learn when to use a plunger, and spot the signs that a blocked shower needs a plumber rather than another DIY attempt.
14 Nov 2026 · SouthamptonPro
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Local trade & property news
Housing, planning, building-safety and home-energy headlines for Southampton, Hampshire and the Isle of Wight, checked every morning from the Daily Echo, BBC News, Hampshire Chronicle, Basingstoke Gazette, Andover Advertiser, Isle of Wight County Press and GOV.UK. Each story links to the publisher's original article.
Roofers
Emergency roof repairs: what to do before the roofer arrives
Find out how to make a roof leak safer, arrange emergency repairs, check a roofer’s quote and record damage for your landlord or insurer.
10 Nov 2026 · SouthamptonPro
Housing · Hampshire
This heating temperature will help reduce mould and condensation in your home
A guide to heating, ventilation and other steps that can help reduce condensation and mould in homes across the UK.
8 Nov 2026 · Hampshire Chronicle
Read on Hampshire ChroniclePlanning · Hampshire
'Residents must make their voices heard as planning scrutiny is reduced'
Residents should engage early, follow an application throughout its progress and keep their representations accurate, relevant and up to date.
8 Nov 2026 · Hampshire Chronicle
Read on Hampshire ChroniclePlanning · Hampshire
Nursling kennels could face demolition as town councillors oppose plans for two homes
Plans to build two homes on the site of a working kennels have drawn criticism.
8 Nov 2026 · Hampshire Chronicle
Read on Hampshire ChronicleHousing · Hampshire
New housing developments progress at Kings Barton, Twyford and Sparsholt
More than 120 affordable homes are progressing as part of a drive to increase housing across the district.
7 Nov 2026 · Hampshire Chronicle
Read on Hampshire ChronicleHome energy · Hampshire
Attic conversion, tree works and solar panels in latest planning applications
Any comments should be sent to the Planning Office, Beech Hurst, Weyhill Road, Andover, SP10 3AJ or email to: planning@testvalley.gov.uk.
7 Nov 2026 · Andover Advertiser
Read on Andover AdvertiserPlanning · Hampshire
Basingstoke planning applications include children's home and new homes in Highclere
Here are the latest planning applications submitted to Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council.
7 Nov 2026 · Basingstoke Gazette
Read on Basingstoke GazetteBuilding safety · Hampshire
Setbacks for building fire safety works
Portsmouth City Council is carrying out a major programme of building safety works.
7 Nov 2026 · BBC News
Read on BBC NewsHousing · Southampton
Banish black mould on bathroom sealant for good with £1 fix and no scrubbing
A £1 bathroom fix could stop stubborn mould in its tracks for good.
7 Nov 2026 · Daily Echo
Read on Daily EchoPlanning · Hampshire
'Planning reforms must not come at the cost of local democracy'
Some of the latest planning reforms risk achieving greater speed at the expense of local democratic accountability.
7 Nov 2026 · Hampshire Chronicle
Read on Hampshire ChronicleHousing · Hampshire
One-bed housing demand sparks questions for Winchester city councillors
A city councillor has questioned whether demand for one-bedroom homes matches the needs of those most in need.
7 Nov 2026 · Hampshire Chronicle
Read on Hampshire ChronicleHousing · Isle of Wight
'The bar has gone up' for landlords and it's not coming down - Column
What makes a good landlord in 2026?
7 Nov 2026 · Isle of Wight County Press
Read on Isle of Wight County PressPlanning · Hampshire
Test Valley planning list includes two new homes, extensions and tree work
Test Valley planning applications for October 30 include new homes, extensions, tree works and an electricity line upgrade across Romsey and southern Hampshire.
6 Nov 2026 · Hampshire Chronicle
Read on Hampshire ChroniclePlanning · Hampshire
"That's money gone" City council pressed over £100k cost of abandoned housing scheme
A housing scheme has been criticised again after the council dropped it from its new homes programme.
6 Nov 2026 · Hampshire Chronicle
Read on Hampshire ChroniclePlanning · Southampton
'World class' - Saints chief reaffirms vision to redevelop St Mary's waterfront
SAINTS chief operating officer Jonathon Clarke has reaffirmed the club's "long-term vision" to significantly redevelop St Mary's waterfront. Clarke joined the club's executive team from Oxford United in November 2025 and boasts extensive…
6 Nov 2026 · Daily Echo
Read on Daily EchoPlanning · Hampshire
Live - Updates as M3 closed for bridge demolition works at Junction 9
The M3 will be closed at Junction 9 this weekend as work takes place to demolish an old motorway bridge.
6 Nov 2026 · Basingstoke Gazette
Read on Basingstoke GazetteBuilding safety · National
Transparency data: Building Safety Regulator building control approval application data August to October 2026
Building control approval applications received, determination times, decision outcomes and performance against statutory time limits from August to October 2026.
6 Nov 2026 · Building Safety Regulator
Read on Building Safety RegulatorHousing · National
Accredited official statistics: Statutory homelessness in England: Financial Year 2025-26
Accredited official statistics on statutory homelessness applications, duties, and outcomes for local authorities in England. It also reports on households in temporary accommodation.
5 Nov 2026 · GOV.UK
Read on GOV.UKHousing · National
Official Statistics: Update of Live Table 1012 on affordable housing supply
An update of Live Table 1012 following the publication of Homes England’s “Housing Statistics” statistical release.
5 Nov 2026 · GOV.UK
Read on GOV.UKHousing · National
Accredited official statistics: Affordable Housing Supply in England: 2025 to 2026
Statistics on gross additional affordable housing supply in England between April 2025 and March 2026. Relevant sections of the Local Authority Housing Statistics (LAHS) will be published alongside this release.
5 Nov 2026 · GOV.UK
Read on GOV.UKBuilding safety · National
Have your say on the future of Part K of the building regulations
Help inform the Building Safety Regulator's review of Part K and Approved Document K by sharing evidence, research and experience.
27 Oct 2026 · Building Safety Regulator
Read on Building Safety RegulatorBuilding safety · National
Policy paper: Building Safety Regulator disciplinary panels
Disciplinary panels consider cases where concerns have been raised about the conduct of registered building inspectors or registered building control approvers.
21 Oct 2026 · Building Safety Regulator
Read on Building Safety RegulatorBuilding safety · National
Major milestone reached in ending building safety crisis
Major milestone in government’s mission to fix the building safety crisis, as the Remediation of Unsafe Cladding Bill is introduced to Parliament.
14 Oct 2026 · Building Safety Regulator
Read on Building Safety RegulatorPlumbers
How Much Does a Plumber Cost in Southampton?
Typical call-out rates, hourly charges and what affects the final price for plumbing work locally.
20 Aug 2026
Builders
How Do I Choose a Reliable Builder?
Practical checks before you hand over a deposit for building work in Hampshire.
13 Aug 2026
Plumbers
Who Repairs Leaking Taps Near Me?
What a dripping tap usually needs, and when it is worth replacing rather than repairing.
6 Aug 2026
Bathroom Fitters
What Should I Ask a Bathroom Fitter Before Hiring Them?
Ten questions that separate a well-run bathroom installation from an expensive mistake.
28 Jul 2026