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Advice on choosing a plot of land to build on
We're looking for a plot to build our home on. Aside from planning obstacles, what should we be looking out for in terms of suitability for building?
Is home insurance essential?
Is it essential to get homeowner insurance before having a new house constructed? If not, when would it be necessary and also when would it be strongly recommended (if it’s not legally required)?
No lintels above upstairs windows.
Hello, we have a house built in the late 1960's and have no lintels above our upstairs uPVC windows. This was noted by a surveyor we had before we planned to fit new windows. A builder who came to see us wants to put the lintels in from the inside. Is this normal practice? Many thanks for any advice.
time frame to gain planning permission for an extension
I am hoping to apply for planning permission soon for having a large extension added to my back garden. How long does it generally take to get planning permission approval? Is it a long process? Is it difficult to get approval or in most cases is permission given?
Who organises contractors?
Does the builder or homeowner usually organise for plumbers and electricians on an extension project?
Minimum space for double garage
How much space should a double garage have at a bare minimum?
Which building control authority should I contact?
What building control authority is the best to contact if I want to comply with building regulations?
Average waiting time to build garage (October 2022)
If I wanted to have a garage built and contacted a professional or company today, how long might I be waiting before they can come out and take the job on?
cost of installing a uPVC decking fitted in an area of 10m2
I'd like to have uPVC decking fitted in my back garden. I'd imagine I'll need decking with an area of about 10m2. How much would this cost to have performed by a professional?
TWO CRACKS APPEARING ON INTERNAL WALL IN HALLWAYWALL
DOES THIS MEAN THE WALL NEEDS UNDERPINNING. THERE ARE TWO CRACKS RUNNING DOWN FROM THE CEILING ABOUT 16 INCHES LONG EITHER SIDE OF BEDROOM DOOR.
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