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• I tried 3 methods to get rid of flies from my kitchen — the winner only costs 44p

  08-08-2026 01:19 via express.co.uk
  If there's anything we all can agree on, flies in the summertime are the biggest nuisance. I tested three ways to get rid of them for good; the cheapest method won.
  
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• Extractor fan grease will melt off in 20 minutes when left to soak in 1 natural item

  08-08-2026 01:11 via express.co.uk
  Extractor fans are one of the most hard-working parts of the kitchen, yet they are not cleaned as regularly as they should be.
  
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• 'I removed the carpet in my heritage property and finding underneath floored me'

  07-08-2026 16:08 via express.co.uk
  A couple who bought a 400-year-old Grade II listed house in Nottinghamshire were left stunned when they removed the carpet and made a huge discovery.
  
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• People urged to sprinkle cat litter on patio this week

  07-08-2026 15:16 via express.co.uk
  Cat litter may be the secret to a clean patio
  
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• All UK driveways affected when change takes place

  07-08-2026 12:58 via express.co.uk
  An expert has explained what to do
  
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• House prices stall as mortgage rate hikes hit UK property market and growth flatlines

  07-08-2026 09:50 via express.co.uk
  The average UK house price was flat in July 2026 at £299,253, as mortgage rates edged higher, according to the latest Lloyds house price index
  
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• Lawyer sets out your legal rights if neighbour plays loud music before 11pm

  07-08-2026 08:00 via express.co.uk
  EXCLUSIVE: A lawyer has explained the legal "test" for noise complaints when a neighbour plays loud music before 11pm - and the answer might surprise you
  
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• Woman facing home hell over neighbour's DIY project considers legal action

  06-08-2026 16:28 via express.co.uk
  A woman facing home 'hell' over her neighbour's DIY project is now considering legal action, as the build has significantly ruined her quality of life.
  
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• ‘Best’ vacuum bundle that makes cleaning ‘so much less of a chore’ now £300 off

  06-08-2026 14:07 via express.co.uk
  ‘It is the best vacuum cleaner I have ever owned, it's lightweight, easy to handle and emptying it is excellent,' one shopper said
  
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• What are your legal rights if your neighbour installs CCTV pointing at your house?

  05-08-2026 03:21 via express.co.uk
  If your neighbours have recently installed CCTV looking at your home, find out your rights.
  
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• Give 'prettiest upgrade' to back door for less than £20

  04-08-2026 19:00 via express.co.uk
  Meg Garrod, who shares her "pastel colourful home" and "dopamine decor" online, has given her cottagecore kitchen back door its "prettiest upgrade.
  
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• Cut through tough grease and fingerprints in an instant with simple homemade spray

  04-08-2026 14:58 via express.co.uk
  A cleaning guru shared her go-to homemade solution for tackling stubborn grease, mucky fingerprints and unsightly hard water marks around the home.
  
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• UK broadband provider with most complaints named — not BT or Vodafone

  04-08-2026 12:30 via express.co.uk
  Ofcom revealed which UK broadband provider received the most complaints between January and March 2026.
  
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• Homeowners urged to put bread in wheelie bins to prevent 2 outside pests

  04-08-2026 11:39 via express.co.uk
  Flies and maggots thrive in warmer weather and your wheelie bin is the hotspot.
  
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• I stopped using fabric conditioner for 1 month—here's what happened to my laundry

  04-08-2026 10:12 via express.co.uk
  Fabric conditioner is a staple in many households, but is it actually necessary?
  
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• Legal rights if fruit from neighbour's overhanging tree falls into your garden

  04-08-2026 09:32 via express.co.uk
  People might assume that what finds its way into their garden is rightfully theirs, but the law is very clear on what must happen next
  
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• Here's what to do when a neighbour's CCTV or doorbell camera is pointed at your property

  04-08-2026 07:26 via express.co.uk
  A camera on a neighbour's property can feel like an invasion of privacy, but there are steps you can take to address the issue
  
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• Spiders will stay out of homes if you spray natural repellent once a week in August

  04-08-2026 04:52 via express.co.uk
  Nobody wants to see a big spider creeping about their home, but it turns out there is a very simple way to repel them but it is best started now in early August.
  
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• Your legal rights if neighbour is shouting or partying a lot — important steps to do

  04-08-2026 03:46 via express.co.uk
  Noise from neighbours can be highly annoying and disruptive.
  
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• Difference between mould and black mould explained — one has '7 out of 10' health risk

  01-08-2026 22:13 via express.co.uk
  One type of mould ranks much worse when it comes to health.
  
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• Best electric diffusers to buy now as shoppers ditch candles this summer

  01-08-2026 18:41 via express.co.uk
  Electrics diffusers are booming this summer - here are the best ones to buy right now.
  
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• Not vinegar or baking soda – sweat and suncream will vanish from white clothes with 1 item

  01-08-2026 09:00 via express.co.uk
  One cleaner has shared how to remove stubborn sunscreen and sweat stains from white tops using a common and cheap product, and it's easier than you may think
  
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• Foxes will visit your garden if you place 1 item outside in August

  01-08-2026 07:03 via express.co.uk
  Now as we're in August many homeowners are trying to encourage more wildlife into their gardens - including foxes.
  
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• Lawyer explains what to do if someone parks on your drive – and what you should never do

  01-08-2026 04:12 via express.co.uk
  Discovering someone has parked on your driveway can be incredibly stressful - but what does UK driveway parking law actually allow you to do?
  
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• My air fryer is always spotless thanks to a simple £2 item I buy from Home Bargains

  01-08-2026 01:20 via express.co.uk
  As someone who uses the air fryer almost every day, I need something that's actually going to clean it properly - and this item is perfect.
  
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• Dusk's rechargeable brass lamp that 'looks expensive and gives off ambience'

  31-07-2026 16:03 via express.co.uk
  The lamp is rechargeable and cordless, so home interior fans can add style and character in corners of rooms not near plugs.
  
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• I used Flash Dust Magnet and a polish spray with cloth to clean my home — 1 is best

  31-07-2026 15:59 via express.co.uk
  I compared Flash Dust Magnet to a standard polish spray to see which is best at removing dust.
  
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• Windows will be 'sparkling clean' and streak-free when washed with 3-ingredient spray

  31-07-2026 13:58 via express.co.uk
  If you're struggling with dirty and streaky windows, there's a simple homemade solution that can keep them sparkling clean - no harsh chemicals needed.
  
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• UK households with trampoline in the garden issued urgent warning

  31-07-2026 12:01 via express.co.uk
  As hot temperatures return, experts have issued a warning to anyone with a trampoline and other play equipment in their garden.
  
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• 'Brilliant fan' commuter used in heat as 'people on Tube asked where it's from'

  29-07-2026 16:50 via express.co.uk
  "I bought it ahead of a sweltering week of work in London; it was a game-changer"
  
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• 4 common cleaning jobs you can no longer do under England’s hosepipe ban rules

  29-07-2026 13:28 via express.co.uk
  Millions of people are affected by the water restrictions.
  
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• Sleep in heatwave with ancient 'method' using item in every house as 35C hits

  29-07-2026 11:05 via express.co.uk
  Massive heatwave hitting UK means people struggling to get cool enough to sleep - but there's a simple way to cool down
  
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• UK legal protections 'could mean £20,000 fine' if you cut wrong tree in garden

  29-07-2026 08:01 via express.co.uk
  Getting it wrong could end badly
  
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• 'Very powerful' vacuum with £270 off 'cleans far deeper than well-known brands'

  29-07-2026 07:33 via express.co.uk
  "This is the best vacuum vacuum I have ever owned."
  
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• Homes will stay cool during a heatwave with 3 simple steps — no fan or air con

  29-07-2026 02:02 via express.co.uk
  Keeping your home cool during a heatwave can be challenging, but there are plenty of simple, effective ways to beat the heat without relying on fans.
  
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• Toilets will stay white and limescale-free if you ditch bleach for 1 more natural item

  29-07-2026 01:15 via express.co.uk
  Keeping your toilet clean does not have to mean endless scrubbing or relying on bleach, as there is a simple household item that can dissolve these stains easily without much effort.
  
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• Met Office urges UK households to close curtains on Wednesday

  28-07-2026 21:47 via express.co.uk
  The Met Office has urged UK households to take safety precautions.
  
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• Fruit flies will disappear from your home if you put 2 everyday items on windowsill

  28-07-2026 15:46 via express.co.uk
  There is a simple and cheap way to get rid of fruit flies.
  
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• Blinds and window sills can stay dust-free for weeks when cleaned with 1 household item

  28-07-2026 14:57 via express.co.uk
  Blinds and window sills are dust magnets, but one simple hack will keep them dust-free for weeks at a time
  
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• Towels won't smell 'musty' when covered in 1 natural item before washing — not vinegar

  25-07-2026 11:13 via express.co.uk
  If your towels are smelling musty, there's one natural item you can cover them in before washing that will help get rid of the unpleasant scent.
  
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• Rats will stay away from your home and garden with £1.47 item from the supermarket

  25-07-2026 08:00 via express.co.uk
  There's one supermarket item that costs just £1.47 which is extremely potent and effective in getting rid of rats in homes and gardens.
  
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• 'Great value for money' cordless vacuum drops to under £50

  25-07-2026 07:07 via express.co.uk
  'Honestly I love this vacuum. My friend told me about this and I don't regret buying it.'
  
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• 4 common features to remove from your living room that make your home look cheap and tacky

  25-07-2026 05:13 via express.co.uk
  There are a few design decisions that could be bringing your living room down.
  
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• My washing machine never gets mould or bad odour thanks to 1 Home Bargains spray

  25-07-2026 03:27 via express.co.uk
  I never get mould in the washing machine or bad odours thanks to this spray.
  
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• I used Flash Speed Mop and a standard mop and bucket — the winner is clear

  25-07-2026 03:01 via express.co.uk
  I tested the Flash Speed Mop to see how it compares to a standard mop and bucket and if it is value for money
  
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• ‘My neighbour says she'll call the police if she sees anyone using a hosepipe'

  24-07-2026 16:51 via express.co.uk
  The hosepipe can be annoying, but one homeowner was shocked hearing a neighbour talk about turning neighbours on her street in if she saw any rule breakers.
  
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• Oven glass will be 'spotless' with no more grease if you rub 9p item on it

  24-07-2026 15:53 via express.co.uk
  Oven glass can go months at a time without getting cleaned, but there's a cheap and easy way to make it disappear fast.
  
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• I keep my mirrors and windows clean with no streaks by using £1 item from The Range

  24-07-2026 15:49 via express.co.uk
  It works in seconds and makes the surfaces streak-free.
  
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• 10 everyday kitchen staples that double as brilliant cleaning products

  24-07-2026 01:01 via express.co.uk
  Before spending money on expensive cleaning products, take a look in your kitchen. You probably already have some of the best natural cleaners hiding in your cupboards.
  
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• I cleaned my shower head with 37p item and it removed months of grime – not vinegar

  21-07-2026 05:02 via express.co.uk
  It can be really hard to get into all the nooks and crannies of your shower head, but one simple hack does the trick with basically no effort at all.
  
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