Construction
Articles on construction for developers and landlords running builds and lets in one place.
How to Run a Pre Handover Snagging Inspection
A practical UK guide to running a pre handover snagging inspection: when to do it, a room by room checklist, how to record snags, and how to close them out.
Managing Subcontractors on a Small Site
How to find, vet, schedule, pay and manage subcontractors on a small UK build, plus CIS basics and a subcontractor checklist you can copy.
Scheduling a Small Build: Trades, Deliveries, Timing
How to schedule a small UK build or refurb: the right order of trades, planning around lead times and inspections, and a sample programme table you can copy.
Tracking Construction Costs Without Spreadsheet Chaos
A practical UK guide to tracking construction costs as they happen: capture on site, categorise spend, check actuals against budget, and run a monthly review.
Site Diaries: What to Record and Why It Matters
A practical UK guide to keeping a construction site diary: what to log each day, how daily records win payment and delay disputes, plus a free template.
Construction Snagging Lists: A Practical Guide
A practical UK guide to construction snagging lists: what a snag is, how to run a room by room inspection, prioritise, track, and close out defects.
How to Budget for a Small Property Development
A practical UK guide to building a realistic small development budget: land, build costs, fees, finance, contingency, VAT and tracking spend as you go.