Building Advice
Straight answers on extensions, planning, driveways and more, from a family building firm that has been doing this since 1997.
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.
Party Wall Agreements Explained: What You Need to Know Before You Build
A plain English guide to the Party Wall Act: what work it covers, serving notice, surveyors and who pays.