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How Much of Great Britain is Built On?
Is Britain overcrowded? This issue seems to come up every time any new build is proposed, or how many people live cramped in big cities, or urban sprawl is the subject of more complaints. There is a large amount of land in the UK, but how much of it is actually built...
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Have Cautious New Buyers Led to Weaker Property Sales in the South West?
According to the September 2018 UK Residential Market Survey from the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors, the demand for new buyers in the South West has declined. Those who took part in the survey have cited a mixture of affordability, economic uncertainty and...
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Why Do I Need a Structural Engineer?
There are many reasons why you may need to instruct the help of a structural engineer as they usually play a key role in the renovation project, a property purchase and much more. A structural engineer specialises in the building structures, as the names suggests....
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Women Forced to Demolish Home After Not Obtaining Planning Permission
A woman from Cornwall has been forced to completely demolish her new house as it wasn’t built with planning permission. The two-storey timber property in question was located in Terras Crossing near Looe which has now been completely demolished. Sue Wilesmith has...
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What Expert Do I Need?
When undertaking any kind of construction work, whether it is a new build, a conversion or a renovation, you will require a team of experts to assist and advise you. Before you proceed, you should know which experts you will require as they will be the key to a...
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5 Ways to Add Value and Space to Your Home
Investing money and time into your property is not only great when it comes to selling but can also increase your quality of life. We can often outgrow our homes sooner than we would like to, but if you don't want to sell and move on, you can increase the space in...
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Cornwall Property Prices Growing at a Fast Rate
According to recent figures from the UK House Price Index, property prices in Cornwall are growing at their fastest rate in nearly eight years. The figures state that in the year to July, house prices have surged across Cornwall by 7.5% which makes the average house...
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A Guide to Barn Conversions
Over the last century, there has been a huge increase in property purchasers seeking out a new challenge by choosing to covert a barn. Of course, this can be a quite a challenge, but the end result is usually completely worth it. Converting a barn takes a lot of...
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Common Structural Defects and How to Spot Them
Structural defects within a property can be a sign of poor construction, general wear and tear or poor design. Some of the most common signs which are a little easier to spot are cracks on the walls, water stains, and loose plaster, but all of these can affect the...
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Are Your Neighbours Affecting Your Property Sale?
Having bad neighbours isn’t only incredibly stressful, but new research has shown that they can affect the sale of a property. With buyers smartening up, they are on the lookout for signs of potentially problematic neighbours. The research from GoCompare has shown...
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