Building Advice
Straight answers on extensions, planning, driveways and more, from a family building firm that has been doing this since 1997.
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.
October 16, 2026
Block Paving, Porcelain or Gravel? Choosing a Driveway or Patio
Our honest take on block paving, porcelain, sandstone and gravel, plus the planning rules for front driveways.
October 16, 2026
Do I Need Planning Permission for an Extension?
A plain English guide to permitted development and when you’ll need planning permission for an extension in Chelmsford and Essex.
October 16, 2026