What do you use your garage for? Is it where you store your car? Is it where you’ve stashed the massive chest freezer? Or has it turned into a small gym? Woodworking or hobby bench? Maybe even a bar? Oftentimes the garage is used an eclectic mix of all these, being...
Our friends are a great source of referrals for anything from great, new restaurants to the best cleaner. However, when it comes to choosing a builder, how do you know if you can trust their recommendation? Is word of mouth enough in every situation? Choosing a...
Watching an advert for a DIY store you can easily believe that all you need to do to transform your house is stroll in, choose a paint colour or wallpaper pattern, add some accessories and go home and execute the plan. You might have googled a few decorating tips, but...
February 2020 was the wettest Februarys recorded for England, NI and Wales, and 2nd wettest for Scotland. Us Brits are used to it. We expect it. However, as the years go by, we are seeing far more adverse weather coming to our shores – and more creative storm...
There’s a new trend on the rise. We’re not talking about the latest 2020 must-have fashion item or social media craze. Working from home has grown in popularity. To freelancers and the self-employed, this is nothing new, but now even those in full-time employment are...
Your house is your home, your castle, your pride and joy. It’s a sanctuary for everything you hold dear in your life, so when something goes wrong you need it fixed. That’s why you need someone you can trust to fix it. One of the most common things to break is usually...
Let’s face it, no one likes paying taxes. We begrudgingly accept it as a necessary evil. Because of this, over the years there has been a stereotype that builders prefer payment in cash, and that paying builder in cash means they don’t have to pay the tax. While there...
Is your kitchen value for money? Well, the devil’s in the detail. And if you’re planning a renovation this can become a reality – overlooking the details can cost you. We have found this is particularly true with kitchens. They are laden with optional extras...
Let’s state a simple and obvious truth. Home renovations, of any size, cost money. Some are relatively inexpensive, for example a lick of paint or some new furniture. But for those bigger tasks on your to-do list, there may be times when you need to borrow extra...
What would you say is the most neglected area of your home? For most, it’s the garage. This little building is often left to its own devices. When the rest of the house gets a fresh coat of paint or some TLC, your garage is often left to its own devices and usually...
There’s always a lot to consider with interior design. From furniture and wallpaper, to paint colour and accessories, there are so many aspects to think about. Hiring an interior designer can certainly help, but in today’s age of belt-tightening, it makes more sense...
As the days get shorter, the nights longer and the temperature drops, we like to retreat into our nice warm homes. That feeling of snuggling on the sofa is often one we crave after braving the cold outside. With that in mind, there is always something you can count...
You have saved up, you are building a huge extension perhaps, having a total renovation done of a property or maybe even major restoration work. So where do you find a reputable builder you can trust? We have come up with some top tips to help you make the search a...
What exactly is a party wall? When you live in a terraced or semi-detached house the wall you share with your neighbour is termed a party wall. It also applies to garden walls built over boundaries and if you excavate within 3 or 6 metres of a neighbour’s property...
It doesn’t seem that long ago that we were all obsessed with the shows that did house makeovers or taught you about buying a ‘renovation project’ and doing it up for yourself. Sarah Beeny with Property Ladder or one of her many other shows or even 60-minute makeover...
You may be embarking on some renovation work at home, a loft extension perhaps, a new kitchen or maybe you are building a property from the ground up. Whatever the project, you need to know whether an architect is required. In fact, let’s start by clarifying exactly...
We have been blessed with two reasonable summers in a row in the UK and with climate change it is likely to be warmer here every year although perhaps with more unpredictable changes in between. But there is a shift towards a more Mediterranean style of living whereby...
Well the one word answer is… probably. Which might not be the answer you want! But there is no certainty, as you may build a very poor or niche extension that puts people off, but it is more likely that it will add value to your home, how much value is another matter....
At KT5 believe in training our team, but what are the benefits to staff training? Do you think employers should pay for training courses and developing staff? We do. We have a new starter here at KT5, a great asset to the team. One of the first things we have...
Health and safety onsite in construction is a big issue and very often smaller building companies don’t seem to think it affects them. However, back in 2015 things changed and the builder on your domestic project is now very much responsible for the health and...
Fixed price quotes are a must have. When you are looking for a builder or construction firm you will need to do some due diligence and check references, credentials and talk to them about what you need but, of course, price plays a big part. As we have discussed in...
KT5 Construction sign a 2 year partnership with Walton On Thames’ E.S.P.A Juniors Football Club, helping to support and nurture the team as they kick off their new season this September. KT5 Construction, one of Surrey’s leading construction firms, has today confirmed...
Bi-Fold Doors – Why Are They So Popular? The last few years have seen a new trend for bi-fold doors, but what are they? They are usually placed where the doors are between your living area and the outside. Where patio doors would traditionally have been you can place...
Why Do People Get Ripped off by Builders? You can’t flick through the channels on TV these days without stumbling across something negative about builders. Cowboy builders appear to be everywhere, and everyone is getting ripped off. Well, that’s not true, clearly it...
Loft Conversions – Why, How and Where? Sometimes you don’t want to move to a new house, it is costly, and you may be happy with your location, but you need some extra space, perhaps for a growing family. An extension can be very messy and expensive, but a loft...
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