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We are very often asked to visit a  Client that have appointed an Architect and undertaken a home owner planning application for a garage conversion. In the real world that’s probably a good move, seeking professional advice. However, increasingly we are seeing approved applications that the Architects have given advise to the Client as to… Continue reading Check out the full costs before employing an Architect

Most Clients we meet want more space, it’s an obvious statement but every house has a price ceiling when you want to sell your home. Just because you spent a £100,000 on an extension does not necessarily mean you get that money back and more. OK that’s fine if you intend to stay for a… Continue reading When extensions don’t always make sense

When we first started out in business it was a major policy decision to create the best in communications with our Clients, a tall order in the Construction industry with Builders assuming that their Clients are expert Builders themselves and telling Clients just leave it to us. It was Sharons responsibility to create a bridge… Continue reading Why every business Needs a Sharon

So why did we write this. Simply because homeowners are not building experts and many of our Clients have never ever had building work undertaken on their house. They don’t know the right questions to ask, and it can be an intimidating experience when dealing with some providers. Our simple, straight forward English word document… Continue reading 20 Questions you should ask before appointing a provider to convert your garage

We didn’t ask them, they told us, here a just a few comments.

It’s a definite no. We know of some conversion companies asking for 25% of the contract price before starting work. Taking deposits from home owners is a complex legal arrangement. If you are asked for a deposit, you need to know the terms of the deposit. IE, is it refundable, at what stage is it… Continue reading Should I pay a deposit for a Garage Conversion?

What we are trying to say is that when you appoint a Contractor to undertake works it’s a partnership. It’s not a one way delivery. Each party has a responsibility, and non-more so than great communication.  Before appointing a Contractor you need to think about, if things went wrong would I be able to have… Continue reading It take two to tango

A Scope of Works is pretty much self explanatory , it tells you what is going to be undertaken at a set price, but it’s absolutely key in determining, for you, what is included in the construction design and construction price. Without a Scope of Works from each of the vendors, you have chosen to… Continue reading What is a Scope of Works and why you need one