Guides
Costs, planning rules and regulations explained plainly, so you can plan your project with confidence.
Loft conversion guide: types, costs, planning and timescales
How to tell if your loft can be converted, the four main types, typical UK costs, permitted development limits, Building Regulations and how long it takes.
7 minute read
Do you need planning permission for an extension? Permitted development explained
Permitted development limits for single storey, side and two-storey extensions in England, prior approval for larger extensions, and when you need full planning permission.
6 minute read
House rewiring guide: signs, costs, timescales and certificates
When a house needs rewiring, what a full rewire involves, typical UK costs, how long it takes, and which electrical certificates you should receive.
5 minute read
How to choose a builder: 12 checks before you sign
A practical checklist for choosing a builder in the UK: quotes, insurance, payment terms, contracts, building control, certificates and warning signs.
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