Avoid building budget problems -use a Quantity Surveyor. We all dream of creating our ideal home – a space that’s unique to us and reflects who we are. Most of us start out with an idea on what types of features we’re looking for in our architectural designs. We often also have a figure…
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…
CLPM act as Building Consultants for Channel 4 Renovation Rescue When your dream home renovation has turned into a nightmare — who are you going to call? CLPM and Channel 4 of course! CLPM act as Building Consultants for Channel 4 Renovation Rescue hosted by Stacey Solomon. Actually, this is a very common problem.…
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…
Get the Lowest Builders’ Quotes Searching for home extension advice? Want to know how to get the lowest builders’ quotes? This blog is the second in our series outlining how best to organise your building project. We’ll pass on experience when it comes to finding and selecting the best builders. And then getting the most…
Building a Self Build Home The team here at CLPM have produced a 12 Step Guide to building a Self-Build home. This will give you a snapshot of some of the points involved at each stage. It is by no means all you will have to think about. But it will give you an…
CLPM look at the Benefits of building a Self Build Home. When you build your own home, you are starting with a blank canvas. You can create and design a floor plan to suit your needs. Along with fixtures and fittings to match your tastes and budget. You can also incorporate additional green features,…
CLPM look at the Pro’s and Cons’ of a Timber Frame Self Build home. Building a timber frame home has its own set of advantages and disadvantages. Here are some of the pros and cons to consider when deciding whether to build a timber frame home: Pros: Aesthetic Appeal: Timber frame homes often have…