This new edition will include all the up-do-date information on complying with the latest Building Regs and Planning requirements, CAD design, energy-efficiency, under floor heating, bi-folds, liquid screeds, woodburning stoves and renewable energy.
How to select good builders
Professional advice on employing and managing contractors
How to make massive savings managing your building project while employing
specialist trades where needed.
Getting the best from Planners, Building Control, Architects and Surveyors.
Designing your dream extension, including timber frame and pure glass
options.
Avoiding liability for injury, damage, delays and cost overruns.
How to get trade discounts buying materials
Managing Building Control site inspections
Foundations, site investigations and drainage.
Constructing walls, floors, roofs, and fitting windows & doors.
1st and 2nd fix electrics, plumbing, heating, kitchens and bathrooms.
Successful completion and snagging
Ian Rock is an experienced chartered surveyor who writes for leading home improvement magazines such as Homebuilding & Renovating and Period Living, and is a well-known speaker at property conferences. He has designed and managed numer
