Homeowners and builders should avoid breaking regulations set by their local council, or risk penalties (stock image) (Image: Getty ) People throughout the UK are being reminded of a weekend ‘rule’ ahead of spring, as numerous homeowners are poised to commence house improvements and DIY garden renovations. Typically, the prime time homeowners start working on their properties is between March and May, according to Zoopla. As the weather gets warmer, people often show increased interest in home improvement projects, making it the most active time to start renovations. After a chilly and damp winter, spring is often viewed as the perfect time to revitalise your home and garden. However, anyone planning any significant construction work in a densely populated residential area should be aware of a ‘noise rule’. Across the UK, the standard time for noisy construction work to commence is between 8am and 6pm from Monday to Friday, and between 8am and 1pm on Saturdays. Noisy work outside of these times could put you at risk of falling foul of not only your neighbours …