Research has found that British Gas charge up to 75% more than independent fitters to install a boiler and that consumers are more satisfied with work completed by independent installers.

Loft Interiors, Manchester’s name for stylish furniture that doesn’t break the bank, has launched an ingenious new product called “Pick YOUR Pack” and to celebrate is offering one lucky reader the chance to win a deluxe furniture pack worth £995. Pick YOUR Pack takes the hassle out of choosing furniture at the best possible price but leaves you in control with just the right amount of choice of design options. This fantastic prize includes not only living room furniture and dining sets, but also a gorgeous bedroom set.  And for each item you can choose between three ultra stylish designs! For more information and to enter, just fill out the form here by October 4, 201

To celebrate its return to the NEC on 8 to 10 October, Grand Designs Live Birmingham is offering one lucky winner a night's break at the luxury 5 Star Staying Cool Apartments at Rotunda and  two pairs of tickets to the show. Competition closes October 1, 2010. For more information on this fantastic prize and how to enter, click here.