Any recommendations on choosing builders?

diydaddy
diydaddy Online Community Member Posts: 7 Listener
edited October 2019 in Housing and independent living
Advice on local builders vs trade directories

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  • April2018mom
    April2018mom Posts: 2,863 Championing
    Hello @diydaddy. Welcome to Scope. 

    One way of finding a builder is to ask around for names and recommendations. When I was in need of a builder, I asked on Facebook. Or you could always look at websites where tradesmen advertise their services as well.
    This is a tool which you can use to find a builder. 
    https://www.fmb.org.uk/find-a-builder/
    Make sure to trust whoever you use additionally. Read reviews published online. Here is a list of useful safety tips on hiring builders. https://www.fmb.org.uk/find-a-builder/before-you-start/keep-away-from-the-cowboys/
    Obtain planning permission from your local council. Always have a contract and get at least two quotations in writing so that you can compare prices carefully. Do your research properly beforehand too. 

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