Want lower bills and a warmer, greener home? Go fabric-first, seal draughts, loft to ~300 mm, smart controls, then insulate walls/floors and add PV or a heat pump (many measures 0% VAT in GB). This guide prioritises the sustainable upgrades that deliver the best returns in typical UK houses, then shows how to plan bigger […]
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Seal draughts, top up loft to ~300 mm, add smart controls; then insulate walls/floors and consider PV or a heat pump (some measures are 0% VAT in GB). Energy costs bite hardest when homes leak heat. This guide prioritises the upgrades that cut bills fastest, then shows how to plan larger improvements (insulation, heat pumps,
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Looking to get an accurate online estimate? Our ultimate guide covers everything you need to know, from choosing the right tools to understanding the factors that impact accuracy.
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Freeze scope, measure to NRM, use live quotes, show prelims/OHP, apply inflation, and allow 10–15% early contingency (5–10% later). Want estimates you can actually build to? This guide distills practical techniques UK builders and homeowners can use to stop budget drift before it starts. If you need the foundations first, read Construction Cost Estimating –
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RICS’ Aug 2025 survey shows buyer demand and agreed sales fell on balance, prices softened, and rental supply tightened as landlord instructions dropped. Here’s our summary of the latest RICS UK Residential Market Survey for August 2025, plus what it means for sellers, buyers, landlords and renters. Helpful reads: Building Cost Estimator – UK, Decoding
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An estimator measures your drawings, prices labour, materials and prelims, then builds a clear breakdown so quotes are comparable and risks are explicit (UK). Planning an extension, loft conversion or new build and wondering who turns drawings into a reliable number? This guide explains what an estimator does, what you should receive, typical pricing models,
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Uncover the game-changing impact of “My Build Estimate” in the UK construction industry with our comprehensive guide.
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Running a small construction business in the UK means juggling countless responsibilities, from managing sites to handling endless paperwork. This guide shows how small builders and contractors can delegate, outsource, and streamline administrative tasks to save time, reduce stress, and focus on what they do best: building. We’ll cover what tasks to hand off, the
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Professionalism can make or break a small builder’s reputation. For domestic builders and contractors in the UK, every detail, from how you conduct yourself on the job site to the quality of the quotes you provide, sends a powerful message to potential clients. In an industry where many homeowners feel nervous about hiring tradespeople, demonstrating
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This post is part of our Running a Successful Construction Business series. For more useful information, read our How to Run a Successful Construction Business in the UK. Introduction Why Speed Matters in Quoting Beating Your Competition with Fast Quotes How Faster Quotes Increase Conversion Rates Setting a 24-Hour Quoting Goal Tools and Strategies for
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