Home improvement in The Rise, SL5 0

The Home improvement Specialists The Rise

Welcome to CC Top Builders.  If you are considering an home improvement, you have come to right place. For over ten years CC Top Builders does home improvement all over The Rise,  SL5 0 for families wishing to turn the empty roof space in their homes into an extra living area. We have completed literally thousands of home improvement over the last ten years and have gained invaluable experience in the construction process but also in ensuring all our customers receive great service.

The best attic conversion company  in The Rise

Most home improvement are completed with in two weeks, and disruption to the household is kept to a minimum. All carpets and flooring are fully covered before commencement of work. All rubbish and debris are taken away on completion of the conversion or extension.

Free Home improvement Consultation

We offer free home improvement consultations, free quotations and a totally professional service from start to finish. If you want to convert your attic, or need insulation added to your current conversion, renovate or refurbish your house, kitchen or just anything, then call us on 020 3389 8528.

Why Choose CC Top Builders Contractors in London?

• Specialists in home improvement in home improvement area.
• General Building Work including extensions, sheds etc.
• 10+ years experience.
• Architect Certificate of Compliance (if requested).
• Top quality Velux windows used.
• Dormer windows also available.
• Custom made stairs supplied and installed.
• Choice of wood or plastered finish.
• Most attics completed in under 8 days.
• Full job, start to finish, including plumbing and electrics.
• En-suites installed if required.
• Hip Roof Extensions (subject to planning permission).
• All rubbish taken away on completion of your attic.
• RSJs installed.
• References available on request.
• Free no-obligation quotes.
• Excellent rates.
• Fully Insured.
• See our gallery of pictures for ideas.
• Just want a Velux Window installed? No problem, we can supply and install a Velux in your kitchen or attic.

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7 mistakes to avoid when choosing a builder

Building and refurbishing is not something that we do extremely typically, so it goes without saying that choosing a builder can be a tricky decision with considerable effects if you get it wrong. By preventing these common mistakes you’re more likely to enjoy a stress complimentary construct and remove budget blow outs.

Picking the wrong sort of builder

Rather simply, if you are extending or remodeling you should only be talking to contractors who are experienced in extensions and restorations, and, if you are constructing a new house you need to just be speaking to contractors who are experienced in new homes. The very best new house builder in town might be the worst choice to develop your extension since there is a lot different about an extension that can quickly capture out a builder without that experience. It is not unusual for brand-new house builders to present competitive quotes for extension and restoration jobs; however that is typically since they do not have the experience to prepare a quote that properly handles the complexities of an extension

Not getting extensive quotes

Far a lot of individuals pick a builder based upon quotes that have a lot of crucial items missing out on which are not transparent. No matter how in-depth and exhaustive the drawings may appear, there will usually be a great deal of things missing from the drawings that the builder needs to prepare a thorough quote.

If the builders have only been offered with strategies to prepare their quote there is a high probability that there will be a great deal of important items missing from the quote and an extremely high probability that will cause extra costs and prospective conflict with the builder. To prevent this you must constantly issue the contractors with a thorough Inclusions Schedule as well as the drawings. Inclusions Schedule’s, like ProSpex guarantee you comprehend what will be included in the quote, warranties that the quotes you receive will be far more thorough and transparent, making it much easier for everyone included to compare ‘apples with apples’

Assuming that the most inexpensive quote is the right rate

It is just natural to be drawn to the quote that will conserve you some cash, however if that quote is considerably cheaper than the other quotes then you should be really careful prior to you choose that builder. A grouping of comparable quotes need to be offering you some ideas as to what the best price is to finish the project. Selecting a builder that has provided a quote that is considerably less than other quotes may cause future issues if in reality the builder has made an error with the quote. The last thing you desire is for the builder to take faster ways and charge for variations down the track

Not understanding lingo in the quote

There are a couple of terms that you definitely should understand when examining quotes. If you don’t, you will be exposed to a higher danger of additional costs throughout construction and your spending plan blowing out. There are 2 essential terms that will be important in your assessment of quotes.

For example, when you see ‘Prime Cost’ items and ‘Provisional Sums’ noted you have to comprehend that they are allowances only and whilst the builder has an obligation to consist of figures that are sensible, there is likewise a substantial range in the cost of many items that might be thought about reasonable. For example, a toilet can be purchased for $250 yet there are likewise toilets available for over 3000. You must be especially alert if a quote has a great deal of Provisional Sums in it, as Provisional Sums are sometimes used to make a quote appearance competitive when in truth it might really be extremely deceptive. Adam Hobill’s book, Nail It!, goes into a lot more detail on why it’s so essential to understand Provisional Sums

Not talking to current clients

It’s simple for contractors to offer you the information of a couple of clients who they know have mored than happy with their services; and for that reason asking home builders for recommendations is a little a waste of time as they are just going to provide you information of people who will state the right thing. Instead, you ‘d be much better encouraged to ask the builder for the contact details of a few existing customers. Present customers will give you feedback that is less contrived and more useful as they are still immersed in the process

Unknowning who you’ll be handling

Some contractors will prepare the quote and be the primary builder on website day to day, whilst some building companies will have a team of individuals and the person who prepares and presents the quote might not be your main contact throughout the build … you might never ever see them throughout the rest of the process. You’re going to be handling your builder for lots of months and a close working relationship will be vital to guarantee a successful outcome, so ensure you understand who it is that you will be dealing with from day to day

Not knowing what is excluded from the quote

Among the very best methods to clarify exactly what is included in the quote is to ask the builder to confirm what is excluded from the quote. A bit like reverse engineering, it is a fantastic method to unearth any of those items that might have been presumed by either celebration are either included or left out. Lighting, for example, frequently creates confusion and ends in disagreement if it is not explained at the outset. A builder may price estimate for lights, however that will frequently just consist of the batten fitting (globe holder) and no light fittings, whereas the customer is most likely expecting that light fittings are included