Unwanted Visitors

Unwanted Visitors

Why you will need a builder… While a pest control professional is essential for removing the vermin from your attic/loft, consulting a builder is crucial for addressing the consequences and prevention of the infestation. Here’s why: Repairing Structural...
Understanding Asbestos

Understanding Asbestos

Where is asbestos commonly found in properties? Asbestos was a widely used building material due to its strength, fire resistance, and insulating properties. Its use was particularly prevalent from the 1930s up to the mid-1980s, with a full ban on all types of...
Buying a Property

Buying a Property

Prospective property buyers… a little friendly advice for you. Being builders, with decades of experience, we have seen the problems that can result from people buying a property without comprehensively examining it first. This is a guide for anyone embarking on...
Roof Damage

Roof Damage

Why do we ignore roof damage until it becomes very costly? Roof damage often goes unnoticed for several reasons, leading to minor issues escalating into costly and dangerous problems: Out of Sight, Out of Mind: The most obvious reason is that roofs are high up and not...
Cracks in walls

Cracks in walls

When should I be worried about cracks in walls? It’s very common to find cracks in walls, and in many cases, they are purely cosmetic and nothing to worry about. However, some cracks can indicate more serious underlying structural issues. Knowing the difference...
Loft Conversions

Loft Conversions

How much value do loft conversions add in value to a property? A loft conversion can significantly increase the value of a property, with average figures in the UK generally ranging from 10% to 25%. However, the exact amount of value added depends on several factors:...