World Environment Day – Reduce Plastic in Construction This year on 5th June join millions around the world to #BeatPlasticPollution. World Environment Day 2023 is a reminder that people’s actions on plastic pollution matters. CLPM are supporting World Environment Day #BeatPlasticPollution by looking at ways we can reduce plastic in construction. It is important to…
How can a Quantity Surveyor help with your build project. This blog will outline how using a Quantity Surveyor can be a smart move and how they can influence your build project! Basically, Quantity surveyors are responsible for managing the contractual and financial side of construction projects. From the earliest planning drawings right through…
Which type of heating and energy system should you choose for your home? How do you heat your home? Many home owners are now questioning which type of heating and energy system should they choose for their homes. For decades now the most common form of heating in our homes has been the gas boiler. …
Upgrade your Heating System this Summer Do you need a new boiler? Do you have a self build project? Are you renovating your property? Have you decided to install renewable technology? Do you want to upgrade your heating system to save energy use? What ever your reason the choice of energy sources is wider than…
Construction Topping Out Ceremony? We have recently completed Project Managing a self build home for clients in Wiltshire. Our clients were building a 5 bedroom detached timber frame home. While they wanted the self build experience, they were a little overwhelmed with the daily toll of decisions so asked us to help. They were diligent…
There are lots of good reasons to employ a Project Manager or Construction Consultant for you Renovation or Self Build Project! “The Project Manager is the most important role after the architect..” Kevin McCloud from Grand Designs goes on to explain that building project management is the most important role during a building…
Common Builder Issues: Builder has Not Finished Work Experiencing problems with building project delays? Has your builder walked off the job and not finished the work? Our blog Common Builder Issues: Builder has Not Finished Work will try to address some issues and offer some advice on ways to progress. Organising building projects can…
What does a Quantity Surveyor do? This blog will outline what does a quantity surveyor do! Basically, Quantity surveyors are responsible for managing the contractual and financial side of construction projects. From the earliest planning drawings right through to practical completion. The main role of a Quantity Surveyor is to measure and value construction…
Pre Construction Services What you need to know. If you are in the pre-construction phase of your building project, it is wise to instruct CLPM to review your plans. This will help ensure they are the best they can be – before you begin looking for your build team. What are pre construction…
Construction Programming Services Why use construction programming services? Most of our clients have an idea of what they want to achieve and by when, however our project managers regularly see a variety of plans with varying levels of detail. Some homeowners will have designed a plan themselves without really knowing how long things…