Two-Storey Extension Costs & Planning: A 2025 Guide for UK Homeowners Why Consider a Two-Storey Extension? Two-storey extensions are a powerful way to increase your living space and property value without doubling your footprint. Whether you’re creating extra bedrooms, expanding your kitchen-diner, or crafting a modern open-plan layout, these extensions provide substantial space at better … Read more
Buying your first home is a major milestone and if you’re considering entering the Birmingham property market, you’re not alone. As one of the UK’s fastest-growing cities, Birmingham offers excellent value, strong rental yields, and a rich mix of heritage and regeneration zones. But navigating the local market as a first-time buyer in Birmingham can … Read more
Chemical damp-proofing treatments are widely marketed as quick, affordable fixes for moisture problems in buildings—particularly rising damp. But in truth, they are frequently oversold, poorly applied, and often unnecessary, especially in older or traditionally built properties. In this article, we cut through the sales pitch to explore when chemical damp treatments are truly justified, how … Read more
“Rising damp” is one of the most misused and misunderstood terms in the world of property care and building pathology, especially when it comes to older buildings. Many homeowners, property buyers, and even some less experienced surveyors are led to believe it’s a common and inevitable defect. But is it really? As a Chartered Surveyor, … Read more
Buying a home is one of the most significant decisions you’ll ever make, and in a vibrant city like Manchester, with its blend of historic properties and rapid urban development, it’s more important than ever to make informed choices. As a Chartered Building Surveyor with over a decade of experience across Greater Manchester, I’ve inspected … Read more
Thinking of buying a property in Birmingham or the wider Midlands area? Investing in a pre-purchase survey could save you thousands and offer invaluable peace of mind. As a chartered building surveyor with extensive experience across the region, I’ve seen first hand the hidden defects that catch homebuyers off guard, especially in Birmingham’s diverse housing … Read more
When leasing a property, it’s essential to understand a term that often catches commercial tenants and landlords off-guard—dilapidations. Put simply, dilapidations refer to any repairs or maintenance required to return a property to the condition as set out in a lease agreement. If you’re a commercial tenant or prospective commercial tenant, understanding your dilapidation liabilities … Read more
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