Materials warranty, workmanship guarantee, insurance-backed cover: what a render warranty covers, what it excludes and what to ask.

Why replace soffits, fascias and guttering while the scaffold is up for rendering. What is involved, and what it can save.

Silicone and insulated rendering across North London, Barnet, Enfield, Haringey, Hertfordshire and Essex. Local advice and a free quote.

What to send a rendering company for an accurate quote: photos, measurements and details. Plus what a good quote should include.

Can you render in winter? What temperature, frost and rain mean for rendering, and how to plan a project for the colder months.

How to render a house extension: timing, matching colour and texture, junction details and the planning rules to check.

Compare render, painted brick and cladding on cost, lifespan, maintenance and appearance to choose the right exterior finish.

Is external wall insulation worth the money? An honest look at heating savings, EPC, payback time and when it makes most sense.

Thinking of rendering a Victorian or Edwardian house? Breathability, solid walls, conservation areas and when not to render.

Can new render go over existing render, pebbledash, painted brick or bare brick? What needs to be checked first and when removal is needed.

Avoid costly mistakes. Twelve questions to ask any rendering contractor, plus the warning signs to watch for.

Choosing a render colour? Tips on light, samples, neighbouring homes, planning and which shades suit different houses.