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Straight answers before you start building.
Practical, honest guides to planning, cost and process for anyone considering building work in East London and Essex — written by the team that actually does the building.
How much does a loft conversion cost in East London?
A straight-talking guide to what drives the price up or down.
Read about Loft ConversionsDo you need planning permission for a house extension in Essex?
What falls under permitted development, and what doesn't.
Read about Design & PlanningDesign and build vs. hiring an architect and a builder separately
What actually changes when one team owns the whole job.
Read about Design & PlanningSingle-storey vs double-storey extensions: which adds more value?
How to weigh up cost, disruption and long-term space.
Read about Home ExtensionsWhat to expect from a new build project, start to finish
A realistic look at the stages, from survey to handover.
Read about New BuildsRefurbishing a period or listed property in East London & Essex
What's allowed, what's not, and how to plan around it.
Read about RefurbishmentsStart here
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