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Single Story Extension

  • 31 Jan 2020

The client had a conservatory on the rear of the property and had a dividing wall with door and window. The conservatory was removed and a single story 4 x 4.1 extension was built complete with roof lantern and panoramic doors to the side. The dividing wall was removed to make the area one large open space that also encorporated the kitchen and dining area. The wall area has x3 single panel panes of glass to allow in more light and give a view out into the garden.

The client had a conservatory on the rear of the property and had a dividing wall with door and window. The conservatory was removed and a single story 4 x 4.1 extension was built complete with roof lantern and panoramic doors to the side. The dividing wall was removed to make the area one large open space that also encorporated the kitchen and dining area. The wall area has x3 single panel panes of glass to allow in more light and give a view out into the garden.

Block Paving And Decking and Kitchen Installation.

  • 08 Jan 2019

The installation of block paving and decking was very challenging in this particular project. The rear elevation dropped by 2 metres so a substantial framework needed to be built out of joists to create a firm base for the decking. To support the frame we needed to construct concrete foundation pads with brick built pillers in order to rest the 8 x 2 joists in order to create the framework.
The customer had just purchased the property and it was discovered that the conservatory was built onto substandard footings therefore this needed to be removed.
The block paved area was originally paving slabs, these were removed as well as the conservatory, this allowed access to the rear and the earth moving equipment was able to dig out the pad ready for the block paving.
All of the materials needed to be brought through to the rear, and a patio of appox 9 metres was laid.
The decked area was laid using treated decking and this covered an area of 9 metres, and a fence was erected around the whole of the perimiter.
If you require any further information regarding this project please get in touch as we have many more pictures showing how we achieved this particular project.
Further work was carried out at the property which involved a new kitchen, this was a full strip out and full plastering throughout. Electrical work was carried out to cover regulations. A shaker style kitchen was installed with beech effect worktops. Again we have photo's of this project if you require any information.

The installation of block paving and decking was very challenging in this particular project. The rear elevation dropped by 2 metres so a substantial framework needed to be built out of joists to create a firm base for the decking. To support the frame we needed to construct concrete foundation pads with brick built pillers in order to rest the 8 x 2 joists in order to create the framework.
The customer had just purchased the property and it was discovered that the conservatory was built onto substandard footings therefore this needed to be removed.
The block paved area was originally paving slabs, these were removed as well as the conservatory, this allowed access to the rear and the earth moving equipment was able to dig out the pad ready for the block paving.
All of the materials needed to be brought through to the rear, and a patio of appox 9 metres was laid.
The decked area was laid using treated decking and this covered an area of 9 metres, and a fence was erected around the whole of the perimiter.
If you require any further information regarding this project please get in touch as we have many more pictures showing how we achieved this particular project.
Further work was carried out at the property which involved a new kitchen, this was a full strip out and full plastering throughout. Electrical work was carried out to cover regulations. A shaker style kitchen was installed with beech effect worktops. Again we have photo's of this project if you require any information.

Kitchen Installation. Two Bathroom Installations and Downstairs Cloakroom.

  • 08 Jan 2019

This particular Kitchen required several changes to the layout. The clients requested the possibility of moving the kitchen sink to the other side of the room.
This was achieved by re routing the cold water feed to the stop cock that came into the property. This involved lifting up the concrete floor, locating the blue alcothene pipe and stopcock and reconnecting to the water supply.
The original kitchen window was then made lower as the clients requested a more open aspect to the rear garden.
Following the strip out of the kitchen a new electrical rewire was installed to the kitchen area to accomodate the lighting features for the kitchen. The whole room was then replastered and kitchen was installed.
The clients opted for a high gloss white door with chrome handles, and the worktops were a beige Granite. The clients chose tiles to the cooking are as well as around the worktops as an upstand.
Following the kitchen installation the clients chose to have ourselves carry out main bathroom installation, full en suite  installation and the downstairs cloakroom installed.
If you require any further information please contact us.

Wall, Garden and Path

  • 08 Jan 2019

With this project we had to remove the planted area, Front coping stones and wall and paving slabs to the path.
We started the re construction by installing a concrete path ready for tiling and using Black and White tiles we created a traditional look to the front of the property. We Then removed all of the planted area and installed weed supressing membrain and installed plumb slate with a rope edging stone. We also reclaimed all of the bricks from the wall and rebuilt then re instated the existing coping stones to complete.
Should you like to see to more pictures showing how we achieved this please contact us.

Small Extension and Kitchen

  • 08 Jan 2019

The client requested a larger kitchen, the kitchen was extended following the demolition of the existing outhouse. using the same footprint the extension was rebuilt using reclaimed bricks and a pitched roof with Velux window was installed to increase light.
The boiler was in the old kitchen so this was moved into the extension and incorporated into a new housing unit, this required extending pipework and plumbing to achieve this including hot and cold feeds.
The property needed damp proofing to the exterior wall, and a new floor was installed and self levelled ready for the floor tiles.
A new kitchen was installed with white high gloss units and black laminate worktops installed.
All of the building work was carried out under a building notice.
If you require any further information please do not hesitate to get in touch.

The client requested a larger kitchen, the kitchen was extended following the demolition of the existing outhouse. using the same footprint the extension was rebuilt using reclaimed bricks and a pitched roof with Velux window was installed to increase light.
The boiler was in the old kitchen so this was moved into the extension and incorporated into a new housing unit, this required extending pipework and plumbing to achieve this including hot and cold feeds.
The property needed damp proofing to the exterior wall, and a new floor was installed and self levelled ready for the floor tiles.
A new kitchen was installed with white high gloss units and black laminate worktops installed.
All of the building work was carried out under a building notice.
If you require any further information please do not hesitate to get in touch.

Single Story Extension inc patio Area, Kitchen Installation and En Suite.

  • 05 Jan 2019

The client required a single story extension to the bungalow, this was built onto the rear of the property and a large Block Paved patio area was installed.
The kitchen was built into the extension area and this also included a breakfast bar / seating area incorporated into the design. As part of the customers requirements a bespoke built in larder was installed as well as cupboards around the free standing fridge.
As part of the re model of the property a full heating system was installed as well as a full rewire.
The client requested an En Suite bathroom, this was achieved by adapting an area within the bedroom and building it into the space created.
A loft ladder was also installed to gain access to storage.

The client required a single story extension to the bungalow, this was built onto the rear of the property and a large Block Paved patio area was installed.
The kitchen was built into the extension area and this also included a breakfast bar / seating area incorporated into the design. As part of the customers requirements a bespoke built in larder was installed as well as cupboards around the free standing fridge.
As part of the re model of the property a full heating system was installed as well as a full rewire.
The client requested an En Suite bathroom, this was achieved by adapting an area within the bedroom and building it into the space created.
A loft ladder was also installed to gain access to storage.

Garage Conversion.

  • 05 Jan 2019

The clients requested a garage conversion to make another kitchen area.
The up and over garage door was removed and a window installed to the front of the property.
The clients opted for a high gloss white unit with black and white tiles set in a diamond pattern. Additional heating was extended into the new kitchen as well as electrics to accomodate additional lighting and appliances.
The front area to the garage was adapted to add storage units and the possibility of a seating area in the future.
The floor was fully tiled in Grey slate.

The clients requested a garage conversion to make another kitchen area.
The up and over garage door was removed and a window installed to the front of the property.
The clients opted for a high gloss white unit with black and white tiles set in a diamond pattern. Additional heating was extended into the new kitchen as well as electrics to accomodate additional lighting and appliances.
The front area to the garage was adapted to add storage units and the possibility of a seating area in the future.
The floor was fully tiled in Grey slate.

Extensive Remodel and Installation Kitchen

  • 05 Jan 2019

We were initially called to this property due to an Insurance claim where the bathroom adjacent to the kitchen was causing rising damp.This was investigated and found to be caused by previous poor workmanship on the drainage side. To rectify this issue we had to remove the full bathroom and excavate the concrete floor to access the underground drainage pipes and carryout repairs prior to rebuilding the full bathroom to include all tiling to walls and floor and installing a new toilet, shower and vanity unit with sink. On further investigation in the Kitchen it was found that damp was present in the walls as this had previously been a garage conversion. As a starting point this issue needed to be resolved and the client having made the decision to have a new kitchen fitted it was fully stripped back to bare brick and all of the ceilings taken down to access the plumbing and electrics which was lucky as it all required replacing along with a new distribution board. New Damp proof course was installed and the walls treated with a tanking system prior to a full rebuild. The Kitchen was then designed by myself on our computer package and electrical work was carried out to accommodate new lighting scheme and electrics for appliances etc.
The kitchen was designed and installed by ourselves including the Quartz work surfaces. Seating was incorporated into the design and we built this area using the same materials as the new kitchen.
A utility area was redesigned using the same materials as the kitchen and a new boiler was installed to replace the existing which wasn't adequate for the homes needs.
The end result was a complete transformation and a very happy customer.
Again should you require any pictures showing how we achieved this please contact us.

We were initially called to this property due to an Insurance claim where the bathroom adjacent to the kitchen was causing rising damp.This was investigated and found to be caused by previous poor workmanship on the drainage side. To rectify this issue we had to remove the full bathroom and excavate the concrete floor to access the underground drainage pipes and carryout repairs prior to rebuilding the full bathroom to include all tiling to walls and floor and installing a new toilet, shower and vanity unit with sink. On further investigation in the Kitchen it was found that damp was present in the walls as this had previously been a garage conversion. As a starting point this issue needed to be resolved and the client having made the decision to have a new kitchen fitted it was fully stripped back to bare brick and all of the ceilings taken down to access the plumbing and electrics which was lucky as it all required replacing along with a new distribution board. New Damp proof course was installed and the walls treated with a tanking system prior to a full rebuild. The Kitchen was then designed by myself on our computer package and electrical work was carried out to accommodate new lighting scheme and electrics for appliances etc.
The kitchen was designed and installed by ourselves including the Quartz work surfaces. Seating was incorporated into the design and we built this area using the same materials as the new kitchen.
A utility area was redesigned using the same materials as the kitchen and a new boiler was installed to replace the existing which wasn't adequate for the homes needs.
The end result was a complete transformation and a very happy customer.
Again should you require any pictures showing how we achieved this please contact us.

Garage Conversion and New Kitchen.

  • 05 Jan 2019

The Customers required a full garage conversion and a new kitchen.
Removal of the existing garage door and a new window fitted with the accociated brickwork to match existing structure. The removal of the existing kitchen created a larger dining/ seating The Customers requested a full garage conversion to install the new Kitchen.
The Garage conversion is now the new Kitchen, the old kitchen has been converted into a large Dining room where we removed the rear window and installed French doors. Two walls were removed and lintols installed. Electrical rewire to all of the converted areas. Removal of the existing garage door and a new window fitted with the associated brickwork to match existing. A cupboard was created to house the washing machine, tumble dryer and Combi boiler. Original side door was bricked up and a downstairs toilet area was created. All associated joinery was carried out, Skirtings, Backmouldings, Doors etc.
Kitchen was Acrylic Anthracite doors and drawers with Black Sparkle Quartz with a white ceramic sink. Plinth Lighting, Laminate floor throughout the whole ground floor and more.
Again all work was carried out under Building Control.
Should you be looking to carry out something similar and would like to see more pictures of how we actually achieved this please contact us.

The Customers required a full garage conversion and a new kitchen.
Removal of the existing garage door and a new window fitted with the accociated brickwork to match existing structure. The removal of the existing kitchen created a larger dining/ seating The Customers requested a full garage conversion to install the new Kitchen.
The Garage conversion is now the new Kitchen, the old kitchen has been converted into a large Dining room where we removed the rear window and installed French doors. Two walls were removed and lintols installed. Electrical rewire to all of the converted areas. Removal of the existing garage door and a new window fitted with the associated brickwork to match existing. A cupboard was created to house the washing machine, tumble dryer and Combi boiler. Original side door was bricked up and a downstairs toilet area was created. All associated joinery was carried out, Skirtings, Backmouldings, Doors etc.
Kitchen was Acrylic Anthracite doors and drawers with Black Sparkle Quartz with a white ceramic sink. Plinth Lighting, Laminate floor throughout the whole ground floor and more.
Again all work was carried out under Building Control.
Should you be looking to carry out something similar and would like to see more pictures of how we actually achieved this please contact us.

Single Story Extension, Patio Area, Kitchen and Downstairs Shower Room

  • 05 Jan 2019

 
The clients in this property were looking to build a single story Extension to the rear of the property, there were several restructuring changes applied and all of the work was carried out under a Building Notice and overseen by Building Control.
The main property was renovated along side the construction of the rear Extension. The Extension was added to create additional living space with french doors and side lights leading onto the patio area and four additioinal windows. The Extension also benefitted from the installation of Velux windows in the vaulted ceiling to allow more light into the room. The Extension was challenging given that access to the rear of the property was none existent and the only way to get digging equipment, waste removal equipment and materials to the rear of the property was to remove the front window and wall, remove the rear window and wall and drive through the house. All materials were brought into the property this way and once the extension was completed we simply reinstated the brickwork and blockwork and installed new windows and doors to complete.
Full Electrical rewire was carried out in the property because there were so many areas where sockets, switches and lighting positions were being moved that it was sensible at that stage to upgrade the whole system and future proof it for the customer.
Combi heating system was also installed with new radiators and pipework, once again because of all of the other works being carried out it made sence and again future proofed the system for the customer.
The ground floor had the majority of the renovation including, walls and windows removed and lintols installed where required. Plastering of the whole ground floor to include all walls and ceilings, plastering to the Bedrooms and Bathroom were also carried out as required.
Fully fitted shaker style Kitchen with two ovens, built in appliances, Quartz Worktops, Ceramic sink, Travertine flooring, Plinth lighting, etc.
New Bathroom to the first floor with bath and overhead shower, tiled walls, toilet with consealed cistern and wash hand basin set in a vanity unit to complete.
New Door frames fitted throughout with oak doors installed to the downstairs.
Engineered oak flooring was laid throughout the ground floor.
To finish the rear aspect of the property we installed a block paved patio area with inlaid man hole covers. Paving was Marshalls Tegula with block soldier course to complete.
To the front of the property we even installed a red retro post box by cutting into the brickwork and securing, (looks great).
Should you be considering a full house renovation yourselves and would like to see more images of how we got there please concact us and we will be happy to send more pictures.
 
 

 
The clients in this property were looking to build a single story Extension to the rear of the property, there were several restructuring changes applied and all of the work was carried out under a Building Notice and overseen by Building Control.
The main property was renovated along side the construction of the rear Extension. The Extension was added to create additional living space with french doors and side lights leading onto the patio area and four additioinal windows. The Extension also benefitted from the installation of Velux windows in the vaulted ceiling to allow more light into the room. The Extension was challenging given that access to the rear of the property was none existent and the only way to get digging equipment, waste removal equipment and materials to the rear of the property was to remove the front window and wall, remove the rear window and wall and drive through the house. All materials were brought into the property this way and once the extension was completed we simply reinstated the brickwork and blockwork and installed new windows and doors to complete.
Full Electrical rewire was carried out in the property because there were so many areas where sockets, switches and lighting positions were being moved that it was sensible at that stage to upgrade the whole system and future proof it for the customer.
Combi heating system was also installed with new radiators and pipework, once again because of all of the other works being carried out it made sence and again future proofed the system for the customer.
The ground floor had the majority of the renovation including, walls and windows removed and lintols installed where required. Plastering of the whole ground floor to include all walls and ceilings, plastering to the Bedrooms and Bathroom were also carried out as required.
Fully fitted shaker style Kitchen with two ovens, built in appliances, Quartz Worktops, Ceramic sink, Travertine flooring, Plinth lighting, etc.
New Bathroom to the first floor with bath and overhead shower, tiled walls, toilet with consealed cistern and wash hand basin set in a vanity unit to complete.
New Door frames fitted throughout with oak doors installed to the downstairs.
Engineered oak flooring was laid throughout the ground floor.
To finish the rear aspect of the property we installed a block paved patio area with inlaid man hole covers. Paving was Marshalls Tegula with block soldier course to complete.
To the front of the property we even installed a red retro post box by cutting into the brickwork and securing, (looks great).
Should you be considering a full house renovation yourselves and would like to see more images of how we got there please concact us and we will be happy to send more pictures.
 
 

Kitchen and Utility

  • 05 Jan 2019

The clients requested a new kitchen and utility area.
The kitchen was fully re designed and the kitchen sink was moved to the centre of the room to create a focal point.
As part of the design of the new kitchen the clients requested a large larder unit to house the oven and microwave as well as storage.
2 large units Bespoke units were built and these were designed to house the oven and microwave. When the doors open they are internally lit for ease of access to goods stored withni the cupboard.
The worktops are black Quartz and have solid oak edges to create a contrast and texture, the centre island has under counter lighting as well as a seating area.

The clients requested a new kitchen and utility area.
The kitchen was fully re designed and the kitchen sink was moved to the centre of the room to create a focal point.
As part of the design of the new kitchen the clients requested a large larder unit to house the oven and microwave as well as storage.
2 large units Bespoke units were built and these were designed to house the oven and microwave. When the doors open they are internally lit for ease of access to goods stored withni the cupboard.
The worktops are black Quartz and have solid oak edges to create a contrast and texture, the centre island has under counter lighting as well as a seating area.

Kitchen Refit Following Fire.

  • 28 Jul 2011

The client required a full new kitchen due to a fire caused by a faulty dishwasher.
All of the kitchen units, ceiling and walls had to be removed and electrics re wired prior to boarding and plastering. We also had to replace the U pvc window as it had melted. We then re designed the Kitchen for the customer and renewed everything, Units ,worktops, Flooring, Decoration etc.
Property Maintenance worked alongside the client and insurance company to carry out all required work and complete the project in the timescale allowed.
Additional work was carried out on behalf of the client; the utility room door was removed and replaced with an archway; the units and tiling were replaced to match the new kitchen.
On Completion of the insurance work the customer contracted us to repair the Staircase which were falling apart. Install a full new downstairs Toilet and vanity hand basin unit, install a full new Bathroom and install a full new En suite  
Please call us if you would like to see how we achieved all of the above.
 

The client required a full new kitchen due to a fire caused by a faulty dishwasher.
All of the kitchen units, ceiling and walls had to be removed and electrics re wired prior to boarding and plastering. We also had to replace the U pvc window as it had melted. We then re designed the Kitchen for the customer and renewed everything, Units ,worktops, Flooring, Decoration etc.
Property Maintenance worked alongside the client and insurance company to carry out all required work and complete the project in the timescale allowed.
Additional work was carried out on behalf of the client; the utility room door was removed and replaced with an archway; the units and tiling were replaced to match the new kitchen.
On Completion of the insurance work the customer contracted us to repair the Staircase which were falling apart. Install a full new downstairs Toilet and vanity hand basin unit, install a full new Bathroom and install a full new En suite  
Please call us if you would like to see how we achieved all of the above.
 

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