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Upward extensions under the new 2020 Permitted Development Rights
Are double storey loft extensions achievable? In 2020 the UK government introduced sweeping new rules (in theory) allowing upward extensions, categorised under Classes AA, AB, AC, and AD. These classes can allow for generous upward extensions under permitted...
City Lofts London Awarded Best of Houzz 2023
City Lofts London Awarded Best of Houzz 2023 The annual people’s choice award recognises professionals among the Houzz community who stand out in both talent and customer service [London, UK], 15 February, 2023 – City Lofts London has won a “Best of Houzz” award for...
6 steps to complete your house renovation on a high
You're ready to complete your house renovation when your builder has returned to site at the close of the agreed defects liability period to address any lingering issues, before collecting the retention payment, and that’s that – project finished. During the...
Common construction disputes that can arise on a building project
With the best house extension process and the best practices followed, you will have naturally reduced the risk of a home improvement disaster. However, no plan is completely foolproof and incidents can still occur, so let’s consider some of the common construction...
8 crazy mistakes to avoid during house extensions
House extensions: everything you need to avoid As we have seen on our sojourn through the house extensions process, the road-to-home improvement glory is littered with potholes, each of which could leave your renovation plans with a nasty, potentially journey-ending...
How to interact with your builder effectively
Working with a builder can be difficult. Creating an environment of clear and simple communication between you, your design team and your build team is extremely important throughout the house extension process. Here are five best practices of how to interact with...
4 stages to closing out a building project
Understand the steps to closing out a building project Knowing how to successfully lead to a construction project closeout is crucial. The final stages of construction represent a potentially vulnerable point in the client–builder relationship, so it is critical to...
How much does a loft conversion cost?
How much does a loft conversion cost? This question has to be in the top five most commonly asked questions that folk ask when first considering getting a loft conversion. Moreover the answer to this question is the most commonly wrongly answered. So how much does a...
Fibreglass VS Rubberoid Roof
When it comes to roofing materials, two options that are commonly used are fiberglass and rubberoid. Here we are compairing Fibreglass VS Rubberoid Roof, so that you can make a better and informed decision. Both have their own set of pros and cons, and it's important...
Tolerance and contingency in construction
What do we mean by tolerance and contingency in construction and what does it mean for homeowners? Tolerance and contingency in construction are similar but different concepts. As a homeowner undertaking a house extension, it is handy to know what they are, why they...
Snagging list: how to snag your building project effectively
Snagging is an integral part of closing out any building project. It's important to know what is a snagging list for a successful building project. You may already be familiar with the term, particularly if you have undergone some sort of building renovation in past....
Turn a Leaky Roof into a Loft Conversion
There are many costs that are associated with owning a home and each month alone presents a whole range of bills that have to be paid. However, homes can cost more money, especially when things go wrong and that is specifically true for the roof of your home.
