From designing single beams to huge projects, you need to consider what material you want to use and why. In this article, we discuss the advantages and disadvantages of using concrete as your base material for your beams in your next building project. (more…)
Residential property sales in the United Kingdom are continuing to fall with figures showing that during July they fell by 3.2% when compared with the same month in 2017. (more…)
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 value...
According to recent figures from the UK House Price Index, property prices in Cornwall are growing at their fastest rate in nearly eight years. (more…)
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...
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 successful project....
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. (more…)
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...
Oliver Letwin, the MP for West Dorset, has finally published his independent review into build out rates and presented its findings to the Housing Secretary, James Brokenshire. The report is of critical importance to anyone working with planning applications and housebuilding because Letwin has essentially been allowed by the government...
Oliver Letwin, the MP for West Dorset, has finally published his independent review into build out rates and presented its findings to the Housing Secretary, James Brokenshire. The report is of critical importance to anyone working with planning applications and housebuilding because Letwin has essentially been allowed by the government...
