15th February 2008

We have joined the Federation of Master Builders campaign to 'Cut the Vat'.
This important campaign is for the vat to be reduced for 17.5% down to 5% on improvement works to one of the most expensive assets anyone of us may have - our homes.
This will have an impact on all maintainance and home improvement works. It will get rid of 'cowboy builders; and also help those who cannot afford the necessary and vital repairs to their homes.

25th April 2008

'Getting the builders in' beat ISAs, shares and premium bonds as the best way to make money, according to a survey conducted on behalf of the Master Builder of the Year Awards 2008, the search for the best builder in Britain.

The vast majority - 60% of women and 50% of men - said home improvement was the best way to make money, more than double the number favouring any other investment. Less than a quarter rated traditional products such as ISAs (23%) and only 10% favoured shares. Premium bonds, lottery tickets, wine and art scarcely registered as good investments.

"For most people a home is the biggest investment they are ever going to make. Improving what they've got, not only ensures a better living environment, but also provides a better property worth more when the time comes to sell," said the presenter of C4 Grand Designs Trade Secrets, Naomi Cleaver. "A well-maintained, up-to-date property will hold its value far better than a shabby, out-dated one."

"But good home improvement work relies on having a good builder. Choose wisely and before embarking on building work, find a good builder, agree plans and costs and let them get on with the job," advised Naomi.

We are a registered member of the Federation of Master Builders/ Tustmark/Masterbond, which gives you peace of mind when embarking of any kind of investment to your property with an insurance backed guarantee. If you need advice ,contact us.