It is quite a dilemma for home buyers to decide between buying a new build house and investing in renovating an old one. If you plan to invest in the renovation of an old building, the upfront cost might be lower than purchasing a new one. However, you can’t say for sure how long the…
Did you know that between 2014 and 2024, the average planning permission acceptance rate for commercial properties in England was 91%? It reveals the rapid growth of commercial buildings in the UK, as well as in London. The city of London is considered a major contributor to the United Kingdom’s economy. It is only natural…
The hospitality sector in the UK is the fastest-growing economic sector in the country. Following the downturn during the pandemic period, the industry has experienced some positive growth. However, the industry has undergone significant transformations in its construction. For example, the integration of touchless technology in hotels has recently become a mainstream practice. It offers…
Basement waterproofing becomes necessary when a structure or property or any part of it is constructed at ground level or below. In some cases, there tends to be an accumulation of water, in the surrounding ground causing the water table to rise and resulting in pressure. This pressure affects the basement floor and walls potentially…
Congrats! Your planning application is on the way, and now you’ve arrived at the next exciting stage of your basement conversion in London journey – the technical and structural design. This isn’t just some boring paperwork, nope. It’s where you and a structural engineer sit down together and bring your basement dreams to life! Building…
In the city of London, where space is at a premium, homeowners are exploring downward expansion to create more living areas and potentially boost the value of their properties. Basement conversions have emerged as an investment opportunity in London’s real estate market. What is the Return on Investment (ROI) when it comes to transforming basements…
At New Build Contractors, we believe it’s very important to have guarantees and insurance in place. This safeguards our customers if anything goes wrong with your basement construction. Rest assured you will be covered. Take the following scenario, your basement starts to leak and the contractors who built it are no longer in business. In…
Now that you have completed the groundwork, the next step in your journey toward a basement conversion in London involves design and space planning. Here are some important pointers for planning, designing, and decorating a basement in London. Define the Basement’s Purpose – What is the purpose of your basement and the unique requirements you have?…
When it comes to designing the interior of your basement you can start once the construction of the basement shell and core is underway. There are factors to consider for your basement design as well, as specific requirements for fixtures and fittings; 1. Roof lights and light wells; It’s important to have these in place to…
During the construction phase, it is important to appoint an approved Building Control Inspector from the local authority in your Borough or a private one. Their role will be to monitor the progress of the construction work and ensure that the basement structure complies with the Building Regulations. The inspector will visit your project site…
