A practical guide to garage conversions covering planning, building regulations, structural steel, insulation, services and common mistakes to avoid.
Planning an open plan kitchen diner? Our practical guide covers loadbearing walls, structural steel, temporary propping, building regulations and what to expect on site.
A practical guide to planning permission for home extensions. Covers permitted development rights, when full planning is needed, common refusals and how planning affects the structural design.
A practical guide to the Party Wall Act 1996 for builders working on extensions and loft conversions. Covers notices, surveyors, awards and how party walls affect your programme.
A practical guide for builders on getting the most from their structural engineer, from when to appoint one to how to brief them and how to use their drawings on site.
Wondering what the steel will cost for your loft conversion? Our guide explains the factors that affect price, from section size and span to finish, so you can budget with confidence.
Thinking about a steel staircase for a loft conversion, extension or commercial project? Our guide covers design, specification, building regulations, finishes and lead times.
A practical site preparation checklist for builders ahead of steel beam delivery and installation. Covers access, propping, bearings, handling and what to confirm before your steel arrives.
Yorkshire's Victorian terraces, stone houses and back-to-backs present unique steel challenges for loft conversions. A practical guide from our Wakefield fabrication workshop.
Not sure which finish to specify for your steel beams? Our practical guide covers shot blasting, primer, powder coat and galvanising so you can choose the right option for every project.
