How to find a good builder
The checks that actually matter on larger building work, the questions to ask, and what a proper builder's quote should contain.
6 min read · Updated 9 August 2026
Building, extensions and structural work
Building work is the biggest sum most homeowners ever commit to. These guides cover choosing a builder, reading a quote properly and describing the job so prices are comparable.
What a builder's quote should include
A line-by-line checklist for builders' quotes, including the exclusions that quietly become extras later.
5 min read · Updated 9 August 2026
How to describe a building job
The measurements, photos and decisions builders need before they can give you a real price rather than a range.
4 min read · Updated 9 August 2026