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Extensions That Do Not Need Planning Permission: How To Make the Most of Your Permitted Development Rights
Discover the opportunities to extend, alter, and improve your home that do not require a planning application. Learn the key steps to assess your property’ s eligibility, navigate regulatory requirements, and make informed decisions. This essential seminar is packed with invaluable insights and practical tips for transformation. Sally Tagg- Planning Expert
The Top 10 Self-Build & Renovation Mistakes- & How to Avoid Them!
Our expert reveals the most frequent errors made by self-builders, from budgeting mishaps and planning oversights to contractor issues and design flaws. Learn practical strategies to sidestep these mistakes and keep your project on track. This essential seminar is perfect for anyone looking to build their dream home with confidence and efficiency. Mark Stevenson- Self-Build Expert
From Old Home to Eco Home- How to Slash Your Fuel Bills and Make Your Home Warm and Cosy
Practical and realistic solutions for retrofitting an existing house to reduce running costs without compromising space and architectural character.
David Hilton- Heating Expert
Ideas for Adding Space Without Extending- from Loft, Garage and Cellar Conversions, to Maximising Small Spaces
This session offers innovative design ideas to optimise space in your home, creating a true sense of‘ space and light.’ Learn to recycle‘ dead’ areas and convert unused spaces like lofts, garages, and cellars. Our expert provides practical advice on maximising natural light, clever storage, and efficient layouts for extenders and renovators. Allan Corfield- Design Expert
Kitchen Design Guide – How to Create Your Perfect Kitchen
This inspirational seminar shows you how to plan your new space in order to avoid the common mistakes- and achieve the kitchen of your dreams through conversion, extension, renovation and remodelling. Michael Holmes- Home Improvement Expert
Upgrading Your Home Heating – Your Options Explained
Extending, renovating, or upgrading an older home? Our independent expert explains the pros and cons of today’ s heating options, from heat pumps to infrared, and how to pick the right system. Plus, explore microgeneration and battery storage to use off-peak electricity, and discover how to integrate solar PV with your heating. David Hilton- Heating Expert
How to Find and Manage Builders
Expert advice on finding, hiring, and managing builders. Learn your options, from designand-build firms to hiring subcontractors and managing the project yourself. What should you look for? Use a contract? What do builders expect? Can you still DIY? Discover the secrets of a successful relationship to finish on time and on budget. Tim Phillips- Build Cost Expert
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