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Paying for your extension
How to pay for your extension — and protect yourself in the process One of the biggest concerns homeowners have when starting an...
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Sep 111 min read
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Grants & Discounts
When planning a home improvement project, most people focus on design, costs, and approvals — but they often miss out on government...
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Sep 91 min read
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Permitted development
How big can your extension be — without planning permission? Many homeowners assume they need planning permission to extend their home —...
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Sep 21 min read
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Why choosing the right Engineer matters
When you’re planning an extension, choosing the right engineer for your design team is just as important as selecting the right builder...
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Aug 261 min read
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Why have a Quantity Surveyor
If you’re planning a home extension, bringing a Quantity Surveyor (QS) into your team can save you time, stress, and money — before you...
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Aug 261 min read
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Home Extension: Know Your Design Brief
One of the most effective ways to get the best out of your home extension or renovation project is to spend time upfront thinking about...
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Aug 212 min read
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Home Extensions & Renovations: 3 mistakes to avoid
We’ve seen plenty of homeowners go through the extension & renovation process — and here are three common mistakes to watch out for: Not...
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Aug 191 min read
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Don't forget: Keep the council informed during your home extension or renovation
Once your planning approval and building warrant are granted, many homeowners (and even some builders) forget that their responsibilities...
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Aug 121 min read
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Home Design: Be honest about your Budget
When planning any home improvement or design project, it can feel awkward to talk about money — but being upfront about your budget is...
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Aug 51 min read
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Extensions & Renovations: Are there hidden costs
Who’s really on your side? When your designer recommends an engineer or builder for your extension or renovation project, it’s worth...
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Aug 51 min read
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Home Extensions & renovations: Useful things to know before you start
The more you know about your property at the start of the design process, the smoother (and quicker!) your home extension or renovation...
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Aug 51 min read
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Home Extensions & Renovations: Who does what on your project
When you start planning your home extension or renovation project, you’ll meet a range of professionals — and it can be confusing to know...
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Aug 51 min read
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