SERVICES

Design and The Planning Application - Undertake or arrange for necessary surveys to be completed to allow the design work to commence. These may include a photographic & measured building survey, or topographical survey of your site. Understanding the size & space we have to work with, is vital before preparing any realistic designs. Through discussion with yourself we will develop these designs into a more detailed set of proposals, which can be submitted for planning. At this stage it may also be desirable to obtain an estimate of build cost.

The Building Regulations Application - This is where the design is developed in more technical detail, to ensure that it can be built safely, and to the current standards of construction as expected and required in the UK. If they haven’t already been involved, and are required, we will work with a structural engineer, and prepare a detailed set of drawings and specifications covering everything from insulation types and roofing materials through to electrical layouts and drainage. We will deal with the council on your behalf, from submitting the application, through to answering queries and obtaining the building regulations approval.

Tender and Appointment of a Builder – Our set of building regulation drawings will provide sufficient detail for a competent builder to price against and also build from. We are happy to assist you in the selection of suitable builders, coordinate the issue of information, and review and advise upon tender returns. Choosing a builder isn’t all about cost, with trust, experience and chemistry all playing a part.

Inspection of Work on Site – Good experienced builders for domestic extensions rarely need supervision, as this is the work they do, day-in day-out. However, we are more than happy to make inspections on your behalf should the need arise.