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Extension under Permitted Development rights for householders. Home extensions without requiring planning permission.

Extending your leaving space by adding an extension usually involves the need to obtain planning permission. Although planning permission is vital to protect the interest of close neighbours, the wider community, and the environment, a planning application may seem like a tedious and strict procedure that will discourage homeowners from implementing their projects. Therefore, for less complex projects such as...

EPC & SAP Calculations

With a few exceptions, all domestic and commercial buildings available on the market to buy or rent are legally required to have an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC). In order to produce an EPC, it is necessary to carry out SAP calculations. The SAP stands for ‘Standard Assessment Procedure’. It is a detailed methodology used to measure and compare the energy...

Shell Only Construction – what does it involve?

Besides usual full scope construction services, when a professional contractor will complete your project from start to finish, you can also come across the term ‘shell only service’. This option allows you to transfer the management of a high-risk part of the build to a trusted trader and then take things from there. Choosing this route ensures safe construction of...