If you own a listing building and want to extend, you will need to decide whether to change it or enhance what already exists. Whichever you choose, you will undoubtedly encounter some hurdles in terms of what the local planning and conservation authority will allow and how you can best navigate this smoothly. Surprisingly, there […]
A new home build is something many of us dream about. Having the funds to build your own house totally to your taste is both exciting and rewarding, but it doesn’t come without its share of difficulties. If you have decided to embark on your own construction project, you want to ensure you spend your […]
If you’re looking to add value to your home, the best way is to increase the square footage by adding space. When doing this, many homeowners opt for a rear extension. However, where planning permission can’t be sought, or if you’re looking to extend multiple parts of your property, a loft conversion works well. Loft […]
As the old saying goes, how long is a piece of string? The answer is ‘it depends’. Whether you can build an extension without planning permission, depends on the type of property you have and the type of extension you want to build. Let’s look at each of these individually. The type of property Some […]
A new build project is a big deal. It can be a substantial amount of money and a move that will significantly change your home and increase its value, so you want to make sure you get it right and avoid the pitfalls that can come with such a project. Here’s a rundown of what […]
Calling the help of an architect for your construction project might be considered an expense that is hard to justify if you have a tight budget, but on the contrary, it’s actually an investment that will help you to bring your project to life with the best value for money possible. Architects don’t just […]
So, you’ve decided on a new building project and you can’t wait to get stuck in. Seeing a project come to life is incredibly satisfying and exciting, but it can throw up a number of pitfalls that can throw your project off schedule or incur additional costs. The key is preparation. Here are 5 points […]
A common view of Building Regulations is that they are an unwanted obstacle, set to impede your construction project. However, that’s not the case at all. Building Regulations are there to ensure your home is safe for you to live in; something we should never be cutting corners on. Building Regulations are governed by Building […]
Here we look at some useful flat roof solutions that might make you want to go down this route on your self-build or home renovation.
Looking for a plot to build your new home? Here are 10 plot pitfalls for self-builders that you need be aware of.
