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One of the first practical questions homeowners ask when planning a renovation is whether they will be able to remain in the property while the work is carried out. Moving out can add a considerable expense to the project, particularly if the renovation will take...
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You have found the perfect place for an extension. The plans work, the new kitchen will open onto the garden and everything appears straightforward, until somebody discovers a drain running directly underneath it. This happens more often than many homeowners realise....
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Planning an extension is exciting, but it can quickly raise a long list of questions. Do you need an architect? When should you contact a builder? What does a structural engineer do and who deals with planning permission and Building Regulations? The good news is that...
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Viewing a potential new home is exciting. Most buyers naturally focus on the layout, the size of the rooms, the garden and whether they can picture themselves living there. A builder tends to look at the same property rather differently. We notice where water is...
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Owning or managing a property often means dealing with unexpected repairs, ongoing maintenance and the challenge of finding reliable tradespeople at short notice. A minor problem can quickly become more complicated when it requires several different contractors...
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One of the first questions we are asked is, “How long will the renovation take?” It is a fair question. Renovating your home is exciting, but it can also feel disruptive, especially when you are trying to plan work, family life, finances and where you will live while...
