Choosing the right builder
Builders come in all shapes and sizes (quite literally) so it is important that you employ the right size contractor for the works in...
Project Diary #3 - October 2016
Oct 2016 The barn/cookery school structural steelwork was erected in three days and fitted perfectly. Considering that the roof portal...
What is a Project Manager in Construction?
What is a construction project manager? Can you do this yourself or do you need to outsource it? This is a task easily underestimated,...
Finding the right tradesmen
What has happened to all the good tradesmen? Since a great deal of my time involves the finding and vetting of tradesmen on behalf of my...
Project Diary - July 2016
Project: Renovation of a Grade II Listed Farmhouse and New Build Barn. Main Challenges: Combination of ‘old’ and ‘new’, appropriate use...
4 recent client questions
Is VAT refundable on extensions and home improvements? Unfortunately, in most cases the answer is no. But if a home has been unoccupied...
5 reasons why a Build Consultant could save your project.
This is a common question as most people have not even thought about the notion of a Build Consultant. These 5 reasons are by no means...
Vendor Vs Builder - Which installation option do you use?
It is a difficult decision, which do you use? Now anyone who has read my books will know; I feel very strongly about the subject of...
The consequences of getting it wrong - A little knowledge is a dangerous thing
My dad had a saying – “A little knowledge is a dangerous thing” and he was not wrong. Part of my job is working to avoid problems, hence...
The Architect, The Builder & The Client - Managing your expectations
Are your expectations of each one correct or are you setting yourself up for disappointment? The root cause of disputes between many of...
