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Builders LondonThe Builders London is the principal trade organisation for private sector housebuilders and voice of the home building industry in England and Wales. It is an exciting industry filled with many talented people and organisations, providing sustainable and attractive homes to meet the demands of consumers. While involved renovation projects, such as converting a bungalow into a 2-story home, require that the premises be vacated, less complex projects allow homeowner and family to continue living at the site throughout the project. Inconveniences and disruptions of daily routine are unavoidable, so should be expected. Major projects often require the services of an architect or other professionals such as engineers, heating contractors, and landscaping contractors. Blueprints and building plans are not only required to obtain building permits and other municipal approvals, they are also the basis for the renovation contractor’s price quote. When making plans, be realistic about the amount of time it will take to complete the project. Also be realistic about costs; full cost quotes plus an additional 10% to 20% contingency fund for changes and unexpected expenses should be planned on. Unless the project will last only a few weeks, it is wise to discuss your project with neighbors. They will appreciate advanced notice that noise, dirt and clutter will be unavoidable at times, daytime activity will be increased, and that vehicles belonging to the contractor and crew will be parked along the street until project completion. If you will require the services of both a contractor and a designer, get them together as a team as early in the project as possible, so each party can benefit from the other’s experience and expertise. Not only will the project itself go more smoothly – but end result will be the best possible. Have the designer or renovator provide you with sketches detailed enough to provide you with an idea of what to expect in the way of time involvement, what services from other professionals you might require, materials needed, and project expense. After carefully planning the project and obtaining as detailed a plan as possible, you are ready to select a contractor. Only then will you be in a position to seek realistic bids on the project. Our member firms account for approximately 80% of all new homes built in England and Wales in any one year, and include companies of all sizes, ranging from multi-national household names through regionally based businesses and small local companies. 1. Ken Livingstone attacks Boris Johnson data: 19.03.08 Ken Livingstone, the Labour mayor of London, has launched his campaign for re-election with a string of bitter personal attacks on Boris Johnson, his Conservative opponent. 2. 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