# Homebuilding & Renovating

> UK's leading magazine for home building, renovating, and self-build projects. (iPhone/iPad app by Future plc.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/homebuilding-and-renovating/id456890669 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Future plc](https://appshunter.io/developer/378460265)
- Category: Lifestyle, Magazines & Newspapers
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.50/5 from 4 App Store ratings · 57 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 23 MB
- Languages: American English, Dutch, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, European Portuguese, European Spanish
- Released: 2011-08-18
- Data updated: 2026-09-02
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/homebuilding-and-renovating/id456890669/reviews.md

## What is Homebuilding & Renovating?

Homebuilding & Renovating is the UK's number-one magazine for home extenders and self-builders. From build costs, planning permission, hiring builders, to project managing subcontractors and step-by-step DIY guides, each issue is packed with the best expert advice to help you deliver your project on time and within budget. You'll also find inspiring case studies of completed projects, and all the design ideas and inspiration you need to create your dream home.

Whether you're renovating and extending an existing property, or building a new home, Homebuilding & Renovating magazine is your essential project companion.

Join thousands of others and download our free app now!

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Once you’ve downloaded our app, you will need to take a free trial or purchase a single issue or subscription to access our in-depth content. We also publish specials and guides - browse our publications, read what interests you most, and get inspired.

Back issues, specials, and future issues are available for purchase within the app. Subscriptions are available on various monthly and annual terms, and auto-renew until you decide to cancel it. Check inside the app for current pricing.

*** Please Note: Our digital edition is not printable and does not include the covermount items or supplements you would find with the print edition ***
 
• The free trial offer is only available to new subscribers. If you have previously subscribed then payment will be taken immediately.
• You can cancel at any time during the free trial period and you will not be charged. Simply turn off auto-renew in your Apple account subscriptions page at least 24 hours before the auto-renew is due.
• Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase.
• Your subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period.
• You will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period, for the same duration and at the current subscription rate for that product.
• You can manage your subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal by going to your Account Settings after purchase .
• No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during active subscription period.  This does not affect your statutory rights.
• Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription.
• We will be collecting information about your use of the app both when you are online and offline. To find out more please see our privacy policy.

The subscription will include the current issue if you don't already own it and subsequently published future issues for the duration of your subscription period.

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By purchasing a subscription or downloading an app you agree that you have read and accept Future Publishing Ltd's Privacy Policy and Terms of Use:
 
www.futureplc.com/privacy-policy/
www.futureplc.com/terms-conditions/

## Key features

- Expert build cost advice
- Planning permission guidance
- Hiring builders and subcontractors
- Step-by-step DIY guides
- Inspiring project case studies
- Design ideas and inspiration

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Month Subscription | $1.99 | per month |
| 6 Month Subscription | $16.99 | per 6 months |
| 1 Month Subscription | $2.99 | per month |
| 1 Year Subscription | $32.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| April 2012 | $2.99 | one-time |
| HAugust 2012 issue | $2.99 | one-time |
| November 2012 | $2.99 | one-time |
| May 2013 issue | $2.99 | one-time |
| How to Extend Your Home | $4.99 | one-time |
| Doors & Windows Buyer's Guide | $0.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 57)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/homebuilding-and-renovating/id456890669/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Terrible Ap

*2022-10-29, version 5.6.2*

Start date for 12 month subscription only started in 4 months time with no warning

### 1/5 — Best keep your money.

*2021-04-08, version 5.6.2*

Had no end of problems and currently still unable to read the publication due to an error script! Customer Service somewhat lacking. The interface from what I can see is poor. Asked for a refund but nothing happened as yet. Just the same standard stock email sent to me, didn’t offer any constructive advice on how to resolve the login issues.

### 2/5 — Homebuilding and renovating

*2020-06-29, version 5.6.2*

I love the content in this magazine but wish website links were actually linked to the associated websites.

### 1/5 — Can’t view the majority of my purchases

*2019-10-26, version 5.5.6*

I have been subscribing via the app and despite phoning and emailing both Apple and the magazine several times, they have never dealt with it. Effectively they have stolen my money and there is nothing I can do about it.  Beware.

### 1/5 — Awful, user unfriendly, antiquated...

*2019-09-23, version 5.5.6*

This app is terrible..

### 3/5 — Search for features would be good

*2019-05-09, version 5.2.3*

The app loaded fine after some initial confusion, I would have liked to see the ability to search articles like for example on the Which app. Would have given 5 stars for fully interactive publication.

### 1/5 — No content, no support

*2017-12-11, version 5.2.1*

As others have reported, I paid £25 for a year’s subscription. I have received no acknowledgement of that payment and no information as to how to log into the app to access any content. Very shabby service, and totally unacceptable from what I used to regard as a quality publication.

### 1/5 — Appalling service

*2017-11-16, version 5.0.2*

Purchased a years subscription- app doesn’t work - no support forthcoming (multiple requests sent) = waste of money. Wish I hadn’t bothered

### 1/5 — Took My Money

*2016-04-04, version 2.3*

I signed up for the annual Subscription and received an error saying cannot update library. Rubbish.

### 1/5 — Content OK Customer Service Appalling

*2016-01-11, version 2.3*

Think twice before you give these people your money. I have bought several items from them. Some simply do not load (on a new iPad) The advice you will receive is to “re-install your purchases.” It did not work and despite requests I heard nothing further. I also bought a year’s subscription and did not get access to that year’s magazines. When I queried it I was told to - guess what? “reinstall my purchases.” Again this did not fix the problem. Customer Service apparently is ONLY for the printed version. If you want to read it on your iPad you will have no customer service. They have my money and they don’t appear to be even slightly concerned that I don’t have their magazine.

## Frequently asked questions about Homebuilding & Renovating

### What kind of content does the Homebuilding & Renovating app offer?

The app provides expert advice on build costs, planning permission, hiring professionals, and project management. It also includes step-by-step DIY guides, inspiring case studies of completed projects, and design ideas for creating your dream home.

### How can I access the content in the app?

After downloading the app, you will need to take a free trial or purchase a single issue or subscription to access the in-depth content. Back issues, specials, and future issues are available for purchase within the app.

### What are the subscription options and pricing?

Subscriptions are available on various monthly and annual terms and auto-renew until you cancel. You can check inside the app for current pricing. Payment is charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase, and subscriptions can be managed in your Account Settings.

### Is the digital edition printable?

No, the digital edition of the magazine is not printable. It also does not include any covermount items or supplements that might be found with the print edition.

### Can I cancel my subscription?

Yes, you can cancel your subscription at any time. If you are within a free trial period, you can cancel and will not be charged. For ongoing subscriptions, you can turn off auto-renew in your Apple account subscriptions page at least 24 hours before the auto-renew is due. No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during the active subscription period.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 7.1.14 — 2025-04-07

We've made some improvements to the usability of the app.

### 7.1.1 — 2023-08-07

We've improved the initial app loading time and squashed some bugs

### 7.0.11 — 2023-05-23

Hi there readers! We'd like to introduce you to an all-new user interface making your reading experience smarter and easier than ever before. Please let us know if you experience any issues with this update at apps@futurenet.com.

### 6.4 — 2022-11-24

Bug fixes and improved customer support via the help page

### 5.6.2 — 2019-11-07

We got the feather duster out and squashed some bugs.

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