Frequently Asked Questions
Why Choose Essex and London Construction?
Can I Install Multiple Levels In My Basement?
Why Choose Essex and London Construction?
Essex and London Construction builders are here to assist with your basements, extensions, loft conversions and renovations. Looking for the best service from a construction company near to you, Essex and London Construction can assist. We are a reliable construction company, using employees from with-in Essex and London. Our goal is to b
Essex and London Construction builders are here to assist with your basements, extensions, loft conversions and renovations. Looking for the best service from a construction company near to you, Essex and London Construction can assist. We are a reliable construction company, using employees from with-in Essex and London. Our goal is to be the number one basements, extensions, loft conversions and renovation construction company, with-in the whole of Essex and London.
How High Can My Ceiling Be?
Can I Install Multiple Levels In My Basement?
Why Choose Essex and London Construction?
Our basement construction team can tailor ceiling heights to suit your requirements. The minimum allowance should be 210 cm, a standard ceiling height 240 cm; however, for a good ceiling height, you should allow 260 cm per level. Our team of builders Architects based in Essex and London can help draw up building plans. This will help to e
Our basement construction team can tailor ceiling heights to suit your requirements. The minimum allowance should be 210 cm, a standard ceiling height 240 cm; however, for a good ceiling height, you should allow 260 cm per level. Our team of builders Architects based in Essex and London can help draw up building plans. This will help to ensure when our construction building company construct your basement, extension or loft, that ceiling heights are adequate.
Can I Install Multiple Levels In My Basement?
Can I Install Multiple Levels In My Basement?
Can I Install Multiple Levels In My Basement?
Depending on where you live, some Councils will only permit the construction of one basement level under your property. At Essex and London Construction, we as vastly experienced builders can discuss with you your construction design aspirations and help to identify if multiple levels are permitted in your area. If your Council will permi
Depending on where you live, some Councils will only permit the construction of one basement level under your property. At Essex and London Construction, we as vastly experienced builders can discuss with you your construction design aspirations and help to identify if multiple levels are permitted in your area. If your Council will permit multiple levels, Essex and London Construction, as an experienced construction building company can help you design and build your basement.
Why Should I Have A Basement Excavation?
Buying a new home can prove costly, as well as separate you from priceless memories. As property in Essex and London increases in cost and you get less value for money, more people prefer to excavate their basements as an alternative to buying a new home. Perhaps you’ve already completed major construction works to your property by builders in the form of an extension or loft conversion and are in desperate need of extra space. A basement excavation could be just the solution you are looking for with our construction building company. For more facts and answers, click our link below to find out more about our basement construction projects with-in Essex or London.
Should There Already Be A Cellar In Situ For A Basement Fit Out?
You do not have to have a cellar in situ to have a basement installed. Essex and London Construction builders can excavate under your building, even if no underground access currently exists. We can achieve this by using our experienced excavation specialists with-in our construction building company to dig with-in the existing footprint of your home. We can then use a conveyor belt to remove all soil and begin the process of building your dream basement. Take a look at the pictures of some of our previous basement projects, so you can see how we can excavate underneath your existing building.
Can You Stop Water Ingress In My Basement?
Essex and London Construction builders understand that the quality of soil and surrounding conditions, could mean that water is present underneath and around your property. If you perform a basement excavation, you could therefore find high levels of water or low quality soil, which could affect the delivery of your basement project. To check the quality of the ground, we as an experienced construction building company will therefore perform borehole surveys before we commence your construction project. Once we begin, we will then install a water proof membrane, to prevent water ingress into your new basement. To ensure your property does not suffer water ingress, we use the best quality materials. Find out more about our product range by reviewing some of our materials specification guides in the link below.
I Want An Attic Renovation But Live In A Conservation Area. Is This A Problem?
I Want An Attic Renovation But Live In A Conservation Area. Is This A Problem?
I Want An Attic Renovation But Live In A Conservation Area. Is This A Problem?
If you live in a conservation area, you will need to liaise with your local Planning Officer to ensure that your loft construction development is in keeping with the localised planning conditions. At Essex and London Construction, our builders are happy to liaise with the Council to identify if your project is viable. As an experienced Co
If you live in a conservation area, you will need to liaise with your local Planning Officer to ensure that your loft construction development is in keeping with the localised planning conditions. At Essex and London Construction, our builders are happy to liaise with the Council to identify if your project is viable. As an experienced Construction building company, we can also establish what conditions must be met to enable construction to proceed.
Why Should I Have A Loft Conversion?
I Want An Attic Renovation But Live In A Conservation Area. Is This A Problem?
I Want An Attic Renovation But Live In A Conservation Area. Is This A Problem?
Property in Essex and London comes at a premium, so many turn to Construction companies like ours as builders, to renovate their loft. Conversions of loft space often create extra bedrooms, en-suites or study rooms, resulting in extra living space. Typical attic construction work often requires dormer windows, steel beams, skylights, insu
Property in Essex and London comes at a premium, so many turn to Construction companies like ours as builders, to renovate their loft. Conversions of loft space often create extra bedrooms, en-suites or study rooms, resulting in extra living space. Typical attic construction work often requires dormer windows, steel beams, skylights, insulation and a new staircase. We can supply and fit all of these materials at Essex and London Construction, meaning you have one point of contact from planning through to completion. The end result is you will be left with additional living space, whilst adding extra value to your Essex or London home.
Why Should I Have A Building Extension?
I Want An Attic Renovation But Live In A Conservation Area. Is This A Problem?
Why Should I Have A Building Extension?
Most of our construction building company customers have small kitchens and are looking for additional dining space, or a downstairs toilet to provide room for their growing families. An extension is therefore the only solution when moving to a new property is seen as a last resort. At Essex and London Construction, we as builders can ass
Most of our construction building company customers have small kitchens and are looking for additional dining space, or a downstairs toilet to provide room for their growing families. An extension is therefore the only solution when moving to a new property is seen as a last resort. At Essex and London Construction, we as builders can assist you with your property extension, by helping you through the initial design, all the way through to construction completion.
Do I Need A Demolition Licence For My Building Extension?
Basements, extensions, loft conversions and renovations may require a demolition licence for your builders. Different planning requirements apply to residential and commercial properties depending on their use and the nature of the demolition works. In addition to a demolition licence, when performing a construction project, planning permission may be additionally required, so the relevant enquiries should be performed before commencing works. Essex and London Construction, as an experienced construction building company can support you during this process. To find out if your construction project requires a demolition licence, click the below Government portal link to find out more.
Why Should I Have A Building Renovation?
Essex and London Construction are experienced construction professionals in delivering basements, extensions, loft conversions and renovations. The buildings we as a construction building company work on are often tired and outdated, or not achieving their full potential as a warm and inviting space. Our team of building experts at the Essex and London Construction company can minor tasks, helping you to renovate your property, bespoke to your needs. This can include painting, decorating, new carpets, bathroom or kitchen modernisations, as well as a full property renovation. Click on the link below to find out more about how Essex and London Construction builders can assist you with your property renovation.
Do I Require Planning Permission For Consent On My Development?
Before staring any construction project, you should check to ensure you do not need planning permission. In the event planning permission is required, Essex and London Construction as experienced builders, can liaise with the local planning office on your behalf. We can then identify satisfactory designs in regards to basements, extensions, loft conversions and renovations. Please click or link below, to check if your project requires planning permission.
Will My Work Come With Any Guarantees?
Are The Construction Team Insured For Their Works?
Are The Construction Team Insured For Their Works?
Essex and London Construction guarantee our workmanship for a period of 10 years. Our waterproofing materials are guaranteed for a period of 30 years. If you require additional construction works with-in Essex and London, our construction building company can also discuss what guarantees we can offer.
Are The Construction Team Insured For Their Works?
Are The Construction Team Insured For Their Works?
Are The Construction Team Insured For Their Works?
At Essex and London Construction, all of our sites are insured in accordance with the cover required for that job. Therefore, we ensure that no matter how big or small the job, our cover is in line with that required of a basement, extension, loft conversion and renovation specialist. We also work in accordance with our insurance policy r
At Essex and London Construction, all of our sites are insured in accordance with the cover required for that job. Therefore, we ensure that no matter how big or small the job, our cover is in line with that required of a basement, extension, loft conversion and renovation specialist. We also work in accordance with our insurance policy requirements as an ethical construction building company. We ensure we as builders are covered for deep excavations on basements or working at height on Extensions and Renovations. This is something many construction companies in Essex and London fail to factor, putting their employees and the public at risk.
How Big Can I Build A Cellar Under My Property?
Are The Construction Team Insured For Their Works?
How Big Can I Build A Cellar Under My Property?
You may be able to excavate under the entire footprint of your building. We can assist with retro-fits under existing buildings, sub-basements and open excavations to construct your new basement. Essex and London Construction builders can help identify the design potential for your property, offering a full design and build service with-in our construction building company.
Do I Need To Install Life Safety Systems In My Construction Project?
At Essex and London Construction, all of our construction building company projects are performed in line with Part B of the Building Regulations. To find out more about what life safety systems we will need to provide when performing your construction project, click our link to the government planning portal below.
Do I Need Building Control Approval For My Project?
The Building Regulations 2010 cover builders construction and extension works to buildings. We aim to deliver the highest quality basements, extensions, loft conversions and renovations with-in the Essex and London regions in accordance with these regulations. If your project entails structural alterations, construction requiring the provision of new fire doors or life safety systems, then Building Control approval will be required. At Essex and London Construction, we can appoint a Building Control Officer on your behalf and work with them to ensure your construction complies to current regulatory standards. Click the link below, to find out more about planning requirements for your construction project.
Will I Require A Party Wall Agreement?
When performing some construction, such as basement works, you may require a party wall agreement if your property connects to, or adjoins a neighbours. As a professional construction building company, Essex and London Construction can help to design your your basement, extension, loft Conversion and renovation, ready to support you with planning and party wall matters. Once a planning Consultant is appointed, at Essex and London Construction, we will assist with any building queries, giving you and your neighbours assurance that any development will be performed to the highest of standards by our builders. To find out more about party wall agreements, click the below link, providing government guidance to find out more.
How Do You Ensure Project Safety?
Essex and London Construction are experienced in delivering safe environments for our staff. We also ensure as an ethical construction building company, that those who may be affected by our actions are protected. We achieve this on our basements, extensions, loft Conversions and renovations, by adequate project planning. This includes construction management plans, builders risk assessments, method statements and employee training. We also ensure our sites at Essex and London Construction are secure, so that no unauthorised persons can enter. Lastly, we have procured Recco Project and Safety Consultants to act as our independent safety advisers. You can find out more about their services by clicking the link below.
Can I Live In The Property During Construction?
Can I Live In The Property During Construction?
Can I Live In The Property During Construction?
We at Essex and London Construction builders understand you may need to occupy your home during construction and can therefore deliver your build in phases to ensure minimal disruption. Many of our Clients continue to occupy their properties during our renovations, to which we as a construction building company enable safe living conditions for them for the project duration.
What Renovation Works Can You Do?
Can I Live In The Property During Construction?
Can I Live In The Property During Construction?
Our team of construction specialists can assist you with a variety of projects in Essex and London. We as a construction building company work for a mixture of commercial and residential Clients. Our construction building companies team based in Essex and London can start at small renovation projects such as building new wardrobes, layin
Our team of construction specialists can assist you with a variety of projects in Essex and London. We as a construction building company work for a mixture of commercial and residential Clients. Our construction building companies team based in Essex and London can start at small renovation projects such as building new wardrobes, laying flooring or tiling bathrooms. Our larger construction renovation projects feature basement excavations, building extensions and loft renovations.
How Long Will My Construction Project Take?
Can I Live In The Property During Construction?
How Long Will My Construction Project Take?
Essex and London Construction builders aim to deliver your project with-in as short a time as possible, to ensure you suffer minimal disruption. The project time will vary depending on the scale of the project; however, if looking to have a full basement excavation with a construction building company like ours, many projects take approximately 4-6 months to complete.