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Why is ventilation important for a loft conversion?

Air circulation by way of ventilation is an important consideration for a loft conversion. Find out why, and how to allow it.

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  • Loft conversion
  • Cooling & ventilation

What do I do before I start building work?

Still at the planning stage? Here are a few things to think about before building work actually begins.

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  • General

What are the key issues in design and construction?

What are the most important things to think about in terms of the design construction?

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  • General

What is plan checking?

What is a plan check? Why do I need one? What do surveyors look for and what are the common mistakes found in plan checks?

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  • General

What are the 17 common mistakes found on building plans?

When building control surveyors check building plans they tend to see the same errors crop up again and again. What are they?

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  • General

5 steps to building regulations approval

Follow these five steps to building regulations approval and getting that all important completion certificate.

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  • General

Do I need planning permission for my extension?

You may or may not need planning for permission for your extension depending on where you live and the type of extension you're building.

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  • Extension

What issues should I consider for the walls of my new house extension?

We advise on the types of wall and other things to consider for your new house extension.

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  • Extension
  • Walls

What are the building regulations issues around steelwork in my new extension?

What you need to know about the building regulations and steelwork when planning your new extension project.

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  • Extension

How will I heat my new house extension?

Find out what options there are for heating your new house extension.

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  • Extension