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We've all heard stories about 'cowboy' builders who charge a small fortune for
repairs and leave the property in a worse state than when they arrived. To
minimise the chance of this happening, it's essential that you employ a good
tradesman and have an idea of how much the repair should cost.
http://www.findabuilder.co.uk - Website of the
Federation of Master Builders. A very comprehensive website which covers
everything from finding a builder to how to spot cowboys from a mile.
http://www.labc.org.uk - Local Authority Building
Control website. The council links page will give you information about who to
contact within your council about Building Regulations, Planning Permission,
etc. Local Authority Building Control has the experience and technical skill to
ease you through the building process. Local authorities have a national level
of service guide based on extensive research and discussion with owners,
professionals and builders.
http://www.nhbc.co.uk - National House Building
Council. Independent regulatory body for the UK house-building industry. NHBC
is the standard setting body and leading warranty and insurance provider for
new and newly converted homes in the UK. It can give you advice on building,
buying, and selling new homes. Includes a directory of builders that are
registered with the NHBC.
http://www.riba.org - Website for the Royal Institute
of British Architects. Click on Members Directory to find the right architect
for your home improvement project.
http://www.rics.org - Royal Institution of Chartered
Surveyors. “This is the information site for property professionals and users
of their services. RICS is the worldwide property organisation, with over 110
000 members globally, dedicated to promoting excellence and safeguarding public
interest in all property related matters.” Click on the Find a Surveyor link to
find a member or the RICS in your area.
http://www.corgi-gas-safety.com - CORGI is the National
Watchdog for Gas Safety in the United Kingdom. Search their site to find a
CORGI registered installer near you.
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