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Why choose Romford builders (C.E.C.C)

When you’re looking for builders in Romford it might seem like an never-ending task before you even choose a builder, let alone getting the quotes and starting the work.

But here at Romford builders Cutting Edge Carpentry & Construction we like to pride ourselves on our reliability, consideration, attention to detail and professionalism, so choosing a builder for your project becomes an easy task.

We have a great deal of satisfied customers who would be more than happy to supply us with a reference for the quality of workmanship supplied to them in their project, this is by far the best way of advertising and supplying our Romford builders with work.

We are a close net team of builders, carpenters and trades men who have worked together for some time so the atmosphere on site is one of a friendly relaxed well oiled team.

All our builders, carpenters and trades men are fully qualified and registered with their appropriate governing bodies with full insurance so you have complete peace of mind

Here is a list of the works Romford builders (C.E.C.C) covers.

• · Planning and design service
• · New Builds
• · Refurbishments
• · House Extensions
• · Garage Conversions / Loft conversions
• · Garden Walls
• . Conservatories
• . Landscaping
• · Carpentry / Plumbing / Electrics  (GAS SAFE) (Part P)
• · Roofing
• · Fitted kitchens & Bedrooms
• · Flooring
• · Plastering / Rendering
• · Painting & Decorating
• . Timber/UPVC windows & doors (Fensa reg:27253)

To get a better look at some of our work visit the Romford builders main website.

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Romford builders advise on what to look for when planning an house extension.

Adding an extra kids’ play room to your house in Romford? Or are you planning a study for yourself? Such home extensions can require a lot of planning and research. Paying heed to the legal side of the matter is also important to save you from fines and penalties. Here at Romford builders Cutting Edge Carpentry & Construction we have layed some helpful tips to get you startedare with your venture.

Permits And Regulations

House extensions generally need you to obtain a permit before you can go forward with the job. Especially, for a new extension to the old plan of your house, it is mandatory to seek a permit from the Romford local authority. Standards set out in the ‘Building Regulations’ need to be followed and met. This is precisely what is checked by the Romford local authority when you present them your new home extensions plan. They inspect the plan and confirm it meets the building regulation standards. Upon the receipt of the planning permission you will then need to apply for the Building Regulations. It is necessary to obtain the planning permission before proceeding with the further actions.

Romford builders highly recommend taking your neighbours into consideration.

When planning house extensions, make sure it does not cause trouble for your neighbours. Do not construct any structure that may have adverse effects on their lives, like block their driveway or sunlight. The best practice is to consult your neighbours before going for any house extensions. This will prevent any problems arising later on and also maintain a healthy relationship between your family and your neighbourhood.

It may reduce your expenses in case the neighbour is looking to do something similar, e.g. building a wall around the property. Such a consultation with your neighbours can sometimes prove beneficial to you. Special permits and agreements are required for building walls and constructions for semi detached or terraced houses or flats.

Contracting The Trades ( Romford  builders )

Different tradesmen are required for your house extensions. You may have to employ an electrician, a plumber, a gas fitter, to name a few. How do you find them? Some people believe the best way to look for a tradesman is to ask friends and family for proper recommendations.This is how Romford builders Cutting Edge Carpentry & Construction get most of there work as These generally prove to be the safest avenues to get hold of a good choice. However it is recommended to only go for a licensed builders company. This ensures the trade is qualified to the required standards to do the job. However it is recommended to employ one company only to undertake the whole project. This would help to take the stress off you organising different trades.

You should also prepare a legal contract between you and the people on the job. This is to prevent any unpleasant situation that may arise just in case there is any disagreement or problem later on.

Some More Planning

Some more planning before you finally start your home extensions project are as follows. You need to understand if you are looking at an extension or a major conversion and plan accordingly. This will save you a lot of space and money. E.g., instead of building a new room, try a garage conversion if it is a room you hardley use or just use to store junk. The other thing to consider is the time frame within which you want to complete the project. And obviously, budget is a very important factor. So, for the best results, plan your home extensions carefully considering all that has been discussed above.

Contact Romford builders for more details on your house exstension or visit the main site.

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Romford builders talk about a loft conversion.

Romfor builders Cutting Edge Carpentry & Construction love loft conversions as Lofts can give you plenty of options and advantages in your Romford home, and that is exactly what we are going to discuss in this article.
Loft Types and Options:
There are several types of lofts. Here is a short look at them:
Dormer
A Dormer loft is not large enough for any conversions, but the dormer does leave enough space for another room, a bathroom, etc.
Roof light
This is a great loft option if you just need a small bedroom, a small office, or small storage space. And, yes, the conversion is small as well.
Mansard
This option is quite popular in England and has become a trend there. This is a great loft option and was often requested a number of years ago.

Romford builders (C.E.C.C.) or DIY:

So, are you going to build this loft yourself, or have Romford builders a specialist in loft conversions do it for you? If you have a great mind for planning and building, you can do some or all of the loft conversion yourself. If you do it yourself, you will save some money, but you will need to have the time available in your schedule to do the work.
However, if you don’t have the confidence and/or the time, you can have a loft conversion specialist to take care of it all for you. Just make sure you find a good builder. A poor loft conversion can have a poor effect on your home’s value and give you a lot of headaches! Ask around before you decide on a specialist. You might want to ask local realtors who they would use or recommend.
Planning Permission and Building Regulations:
You will need to plan for what type of loft conversion you want and need in your home. Why are you converting your loft? You will also need to find out if the particular conversion you are planning to build will be or will not be allowed by your local authorities in the area of building regulations. You might need to get a planning and/or building permission.
Conversion Cost versus Added Property Value:
It can cost up to 10,000 pounds to 45,000 pounds to convert your loft in Romford. However, it can give you the added room you need for whatever you need it for. This can also be beneficial for the value of your home. A loft conversion can actually raise the value of your home on an average of approximately 100,000 pounds. Just as stated above, if you have a loft conversion specialist do the work for you, make sure you find someone who is going to do all of the building properly, because a poor loft conversion can lower your home’s value rather than raise it. Just be careful about choosing someone. You might want to choose to do the work yourself, but you need to make sure that you have the time to complete the work and that you have the ability to do the work. Doing it yourself can save you money rather than spending it on a loft conversion specialist, but that part is completely up to you, give Romford builders a try and see what we can do for you.

Contact Romford builders for a FREE ESTIMATE or for some advice on your loft conversion.

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Romford builders Garage Conversions

Romford builders on Different Types of Garage Conversions and Regulations

Most people tend to think about garage conversions as changing a garage into a room of sorts but what about letting Romford builders (C.E.C.C) add a room on top of your garage? Read on and find out what’s involved

Garage Conversion Planning Permission & Building Regulations A Brief Overview.

Carrying out a garage conversion in Romford to your existing garage to create a habitable room does not usually require planning permission – it does however require Building Regulation approval for areas such as the roof insulation, the new garage wall to replace the garage door, that will require foundations and a new wall and window which falls under building regulations.

Other areas such as thickness of walls, structural openings into main house, electrics, floor insulation may come under building regulations also depending on circumstances.

Romford builders on Garage Conversions – Adding An Extra Floor

This type of garage conversion / house extension is also getting more popular with more and more homeowners building over their garages to create another room. It’s called a garage conversion but in reality it’s an extension.

This form of garage conversion will require full planning permission in almost all cases and will most definitely require building regulations approval.

Depending on the quality of the existing garage some or almost all of it may have to be taken down. Whereas the old foundations for the garage may well have been adequate for a single floor sub-standard building the new building will be for 2 floors which will be heavier so the foundations may well have to be upgraded or possibly underpinned.

In a way this form of garage conversion if much like a two floor extension so if you have to demolish a lot of your existing garage don’t forget the new ground floor can be used for any type of room in other wardfs it doesn’t have to go back as a garage.

Garage Conversion Design Guide

One of the worst things Romford builders (C.E.C.C.) have come across with regard to garage conversions is when the front of the garage had been redone in a way that is not in keeping with the main house.

Probably the biggest mistake is to use different brickwork to the main house. After that it’s the choice of window. Just think about it for a minute, if the main house windows are clear timber casement windows why would you want to install a uPVC double glazed fake Tudor window?  It might sound crazy but people do it all the time so always remember to try and make the garage conversion as much as possible like the main building.

Contact Romford builders for a FREE estimate or advice on your garage conversion.

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Romford builders Landscaping

Romford builders Landscaping all year round

It doesn’t matter what time of year it is Romford builders Cutting Edge Carpentry & Construction can make your garden feel like it is summer all year round, or however you want it to feel. Your garden doesn’t need to be a flower show, a simple landscaping design from specialist Romford builders (C.E.C.C.) is all it needs to look and feel like summer all year round.

Why choose Romford builders for your landscaping needs

With many years of experience of building walls, driveways and patios we find that the actual landscaping side of things is very much the customer’s choice they give us an idea of what they want and we make it a reality for them.

you can rest assured that your garden in Romford will be landscaped to the highest standard. There are many areas that Romford builders can improve your front or back garden. These can include; Paths: Through your garden or from a driveway to you front door. Pathways can add a feature to a garden as well as being a practical solution to walking over grass. Water Features: These can set off any garden. With relaxing sounds and beautiful designs, it is worth choosing the right company when deciding on a water feature because many have wonderful designs. Patios: There is nothing quite like dinner outside on a patio. Many landscaping companies specialise in designing and constructing the ideal patio unique to each garden. Paving: Many people find the idea of a paved garden far more appealing than dealing with grass. This doesn’t mean that a garden loses its edge or becomes boring. Romford builders can make a garden spectacular no matter what the layout or size. There are many options that a landscaper can discuss with you about your garden and a specialist will listen to your wants and needs from your garden. The important thing to remember when choosing a landscaper is that they have  a lot of expertise and can offer you more than you could possibly of imagined. This is just a brief over view on what can be done for your garden.

Contact Romford builders for more on your landscaping needs.

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