Who’s going to manage my building work? We give you some top tips to help make your building project run as smoothly as possible. CLPM is a residential building project management consultancy based in Rickmansworth. We are not designers or builders but we are experts in bringing high specification, high quality projects from design…
Who should project manage my build? This blog ‘who should project manage by build?’ explores the decision who will manage my build. Also how the building project will be managed. It is a critical decision and there are clearly a number of choices. As the property owner you have the final say, but as…
All about SAP Calculations SAP calculations, or Standard Assessment Procedure calculations, are a method used to assess and compare the energy performance of residential buildings in the UK. These calculations are critical for determining a building’s energy efficiency, estimating its energy consumption, and predicting carbon dioxide emissions. Here’s an in-depth look at SAP calculations: Purpose…
Home extensions – top tips for a successful build. If you want top tips on building works, we suggest you ask an expert. We ask who could be better placed than three homeowners. These project planners were recently interviewed by CLPM Project Management about their newly completed home renovations. This blog is about home…
8 Good Reasons to Employ a Project Manager for you Extension or Build “the Project Manager is the most important role after the architect..” Kevin McCloud goes on to explain that building project management is the most important role during a building project as one individual takes the responsibility for seeing the whole project through…
Considerations for a Green Renovation The process of a green renovation can be mind-blowing! That’s why our Heating and Energy Consultant Rob Bohm has put together a list of 10 considerations for a green renovation project. From the initial survey through to finishing touches, ensure your project will be the success you’ve dreamed of.…
Building a Dream Family Home, the Good, the Bad and the Ugly…. Building your dream family home is something to get excited about – it can be a fantastic “once in a lifetime” opportunity to create your unique space. However with the excitement also comes anxiety. There is the worry of the cost and continually…
Home Extension Advice : Use a Construction Consultant If you are undertaking a large project, using an independent construction consultant for your extension can offer several benefits and ensure that your project runs smoothly. This blog Home Extension Advice : Use a Construction Consultant outline some reasons why hiring a construction consultant for your extension…
Home Extension Advice : Contracts with Builders, Onsite Variations, Cost Control Planning a home extension, renovation or new build? Contracts with builders play a vital role in making sure both residential and commercial building projects go smoothly. In this blog we explain one of the most critical, but often overlooked, elements of the building…
Home Extension Advice : Design and Budgeting Looking for home extension advice? Want to understand how to navigate the complicated journey of translating your needs into a practical, affordable scheme? In our blog ‘Home Extension Advice : Design and Budgeting’ we aim to explain how best to manage the initial design and budgeting stage…