The Difference Between Planning Permission & Building Control

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Properties are a significant investment – probably the biggest you’ll make. And unlike other investments, they also offer the opportunity to increase their value by improving or expanding them. You can make internal improvements and improve the space. You can transform unused spaces by adding extensions or adjusting the internal layout. But if you don’t […]

What’s the Difference Between Surveyors and Chartered Surveyors?

Surveyors vs Chartered Surveyors - What's the difference?

Are all surveyors created equal? Do they all do the same things? And what’s all of this Chartered Surveyor business? As if getting a survey done wasn’t confusing enough, now you have to choose a surveyor to help you, only to realise there are loads of different options out there! How could you possibly choose […]

How do I Become a Chartered Surveyor?

How to become a Chartered Surveyor?

If you have a passion for property, land and the built environment, then a career as a chartered building surveyor might be just for you! It’s a varied career option with lots to learn and a whole lot more to do, which has made it quite a popular option for those with an architectural interest. […]