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Property advice

Practical advice on refurbishment, repairs, extensions and looking after your property.

How to choose a builder you can trust

The checks to make before you hire a builder in the UK: written quotes, insurance, references, payment terms and contracts.

Damp and mould: causes and lasting fixes

Condensation, penetrating damp or rising damp? How to identify the cause of damp and mould in your home and the repairs that fix it for good.

Emergency home repairs: what to do first

Burst pipe, no heating, broken lock or storm damage? The first steps to take in a home emergency and when to call an emergency handyman.

Extend or move? How to decide

Weighing up an extension against moving? Compare costs, disruption, value added and planning so you can make the right decision for your family.

Planning work on your property?

Tell us what you have in mind. We will arrange a site visit, talk it through and send an itemised written quote.