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Re: Chimney breast removal - builder recommendations please

Probably cost around 2.5K - it will be more if it's not part of a general refurb. You'll also need a Party Wall Award with your neighbours who share the wall and Building Control sign-off. Also, check the support your builder uses is approved by your local Building Control dept. as it varies between...
Forum: Homes & Garden
Topic: Chimney breast removal - builder recommendations please
Replies: 3
by Georgieb
Sun Mar 05, 2017 11:50 am

Re: Basement conversion recommendations or ideas?

I can PM a recommendation for a good specialist basement build company. Don't forget party wall costs and planning application will be more involved. If you use separate services you'll need party wall surveyor, architect who specialises in basements, structural engineer then a builder. I would prob...
Forum: Homes & Garden
Topic: Basement conversion recommendations or ideas?
Replies: 6
by Georgieb
Fri Feb 24, 2017 6:45 pm

Re: Lighting design, supply and fit??

What about Mr Resistor? They have a shop plus a lighting design division so can do both for you.
Forum: Homes & Garden
Topic: Lighting design, supply and fit??
Replies: 4
by Georgieb
Thu Feb 09, 2017 10:24 am

Re: Party Wall Surveyor Required in London

Buildersfriend: Given the high level of spelling and grammatical errors, I'd be very cautious using that site to find a PWS. It hardly represents attention to detail or literacy.
Forum: Homes & Garden
Topic: Party Wall Surveyor Required in London
Replies: 12
by Georgieb
Thu Jun 23, 2016 11:21 am

Re: Architect recommendation

Have a look at http://www.stuartjamesassociates.co.uk/. They do everything under one roof and you can cherry pick which elements you want them to handle. Mega efficient and not invested in offering the best plan for the builder. It also makes the process much smoother as you don't have conflict/dela...
Forum: Homes & Garden
Topic: Architect recommendation
Replies: 8
by Georgieb
Sun Feb 14, 2016 11:29 am

Re: Architect or design and build for a large project?

It might be worth looking at Stuart James Associates. They're a one-stop shop for planning/building regs/surveys/design but seem to work out cheaper than sourcing them independently. The benefit is you get a project manager who can oversee the whole thing which takes endless hassle out of it. http:/...
Forum: Homes & Garden
Topic: Architect or design and build for a large project?
Replies: 14
by Georgieb
Wed Jan 27, 2016 3:52 pm

Re: Recommendations for conveyencing solicitors?

Another one to try is Ben Wise at Streathers - Clapham High Street. I can only vouch for Ben as I haven't worked with any of his colleagues.
Forum: Homes & Garden
Topic: Recommendations for conveyencing solicitors?
Replies: 6
by Georgieb
Wed Jan 27, 2016 2:20 pm

Re: Joint Planning Application

Thanks so much, Annabel. You'd think everyone would be joining forces, given most of our houses are the same. I can't find many examples on the planning application search and even the duty planner was a bit hazy on the process! It seems a bit too simple so I'm trying to make sure I've considered th...
Forum: Homes & Garden
Topic: Joint Planning Application
Replies: 6
by Georgieb
Fri Jan 15, 2016 7:02 pm

Re: Joint Planning Application

In this case, it's when you apply for planning permission along with your neighbour to benefit from a bigger footprint. You submit the plans as one application/drawing so planning treat it as one building, IYSWIM.
Forum: Homes & Garden
Topic: Joint Planning Application
Replies: 6
by Georgieb
Fri Jan 15, 2016 4:37 pm

Joint Planning Application

Anyone got experience of the possible downside of a joint planning app for kitchen extension? It seems fairly straightforward but I want to ensure I understand the implications before I agree - duty planner wasn't sure, surprisingly. With thanks for any advice. Georgina
Forum: Homes & Garden
Topic: Joint Planning Application
Replies: 6
by Georgieb
Fri Jan 15, 2016 2:27 pm