Building Advice
Straight answers on extensions, planning, driveways and more, from a family building firm that has been doing this since 1997.
Why Hot Summers Are Making Patios Move and Crack in Essex
Sunken, rocking or cracked patio after the hot summer? Here’s how Essex clay shrinks and swells under your patio, and how to stop it happening again.
Design and Build vs Hiring an Architect and a Builder Separately
The pros and cons of using one design and build firm versus hiring an architect and a builder separately.
Porcelain or Sandstone Patio? Which Is Right for Your Garden
An honest comparison of porcelain and sandstone patios: looks, maintenance and how each one should be laid.
How to Choose a Builder in Chelmsford: 10 Questions to Ask
Ten questions to ask any builder before you sign anything, plus the warning signs to watch out for.
Do You Need Planning Permission for a Garden Room?
The height and size limits for garden rooms and outbuildings, when you need planning and when building regs apply.
Garage Conversions: Planning, Building Regs and What to Check First
What you need to know about planning, building regulations and what to check before converting your garage.