How to Design a Flood-Proof Basement

Heavy rainfall can be unpredictable, so when you’re looking for basement contractors in London to work on your new project, discussing how to make sure your basement will be flood-proof is a vital part of planning. Experienced builders will have numerous techniques to draw upon to ensure your basement stays safe and dry no matter what. Several practical steps can be implemented …

Creative storage ideas for your basement

The best storage solutions for home basements. Has the basement in your home become an unruly mess of boxes and neglected tools? Read on for how to get organised with clever basement storage ideas. Whether you are choosing to convert your basement or require clever and creative ideas, our guide has you covered. Open shelving  Firstly, work out if you …

The challenges facing basement contractors in London

Basement construction continues to present an attractive way to extend your home. But what are the challenges facing basement contractors in London? With house prices and moving costs in London continuing to rise, basement constructions continue to present the best value proposition when extending your property. The grand ‘iceberg’ homes may hit the headlines, but the majority of planning applications …

Using a converted basement for bedrooms

Specialised basement contractors in London can help you navigate the city’s basement bedroom building regulations. Around the country, planning rules have been relaxed to encourage developers to address the shortage of smaller “first step” housing units. At the same time, the regulations still make it difficult to let basements as living space. Most of the regulations relate to main living …

How to Plan a Basement Remodelling Project

If your basement currently serves as storage for discarded furniture and Christmas decorations, you could be neglecting the potential to add living space to your home. A basement remodelling project could transform your current space into a kid’s playroom, guest suite, home cinema, entertainment area or even a rentable living space. With the help of basement contractors in London, you …

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No basement? No problem if you have a garden or drive

House extensions in London are tricky. First and foremost, getting planning permission is difficult; secondly, you frequently lose a significant chunk of the garden, possibly taking value from the house. By the time you take the building costs into account, you may not have added any value to your property despite months of building work; however, with the exorbitant stamp …