Structural
Removing a Load-Bearing Wall
Costs, steel beams, Building Regulations and why it is never a DIY job for London homes.
Blog & Insights
Tips, guides and inspiration for your next construction project in London.
Extensions
Single-Storey vs Double-Storey Extension
Cost, space, planning and value compared, and how to choose the right one for your London home.
Property Value
How Much Value Does an Extension or Loft Add?
What different projects add to a London home in 2026, the highest-return work, and how to avoid over-developing.
Cost Guide
Kitchen Extension Costs and Ideas in London 2026
Rear, side-return, wraparound and double-storey prices for 2026, what is included, and the design ideas that make a kitchen extension work.
Planning
What You Can Build Without Planning Permission
Permitted development rights explained for London homeowners in 2026 — rear extensions, loft dormers, side extensions and outbuildings, plus the limits that catch people out.
Planning & Regulations
Conservation Area Extensions in London: The 2026 Homeowner's Guide
Planning a conservation area extension in London? What Permitted Development you lose, heritage statements, material rules, realistic costs and timelines per borough.
Planning
Do I Need Planning Permission for a House Extension?
Permitted development vs full planning permission explained for London homeowners. Size limits, Article 4 Directions, conservation areas and how to apply.
Project Planning
How Long Does a House Extension Take?
Full realistic timeline from planning to completion. Single-storey typically takes 4–6 months, double-storey 6–9 months. What causes delays and how to avoid them.
Cost Guide
How Much Does a Loft Conversion Cost in London 2026?
Complete guide to loft conversion costs in London. Dormer from £45,000, Mansard from £60,000, Velux from £25,000. Real prices and what affects the cost.
Expert Guide
Basement Conversion London: Complete Guide 2026
Everything you need to know about basement conversions in London. Costs, planning rules, structural requirements, and what to expect from start to finish.
Expert Advice
How to Choose a Builder in London: Expert Checklist
How to find and choose the right builder for your London construction project. Accreditations to check, red flags to avoid, and questions to ask.
Cost Guide
Victorian Terrace Renovation Cost London 2026
How much does it cost to renovate a Victorian terraced house in London? Full cost breakdown from structural work to fit-out, with real 2026 prices from completed projects.