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Comment on CIOB calls for smarter regulation by catisred

catisred — Thu, 17 May 2012 09:04:58 +0000

It’s quite difficult to push green policy in middle class country, and that needs a lot of time.

Comment on VAT hike for listed building repairs opposed by Alan Warren

Alan Warren — Wed, 09 May 2012 21:50:21 +0000

Sorry above should read;

It is a privilege, and an onerous…………

Sorry

Comment on VAT hike for listed building repairs opposed by Alan Warren

Alan Warren — Wed, 09 May 2012 21:46:59 +0000

It is a privateer and an onerous responsibility to own a listed building. We have decided that the building is worth special attention and impose restrictions on the rights of the owner. To add a further 20% tax on maintenance work does seem both punitive and asinine.

Many houses, not listed, but falling within conservation areas should also be relieved of the burden of VAT.

Comment on The NEW Leica Disto D8 by Alvaro

Alvaro — Mon, 07 May 2012 10:24:06 +0000

This Disto is really good, It´s perfect to measure in exterior

Comment on New pay rates for construction workers by Builders in London

Builders in London — Sat, 05 May 2012 15:30:32 +0000

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Comment on Brace yourself for planning storm by Brautkleid

Brautkleid — Wed, 02 May 2012 16:24:12 +0000

Nice post, I love your blog!

Comment on Colours ‘have emotional impact’ by Dave

Dave — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 05:47:34 +0000

On the subject of colours, while not directly related to the home, darker greens seem to help children focus more. That is why Chalkboards in schools are now painted a dark green. Dave

Comment on DIY ‘is undergoing renaissance’ by The Builders SW

The Builders SW — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 12:17:10 +0000

We agree that there are certain home improvement jobs that the layman can undertake. However, in our work in Torquay, South Devon and the South West, we also find that we are called out to put right a lot of jobs that have gone badly wrong. Knowing your limits is probably the most important rule when it comes to DIY building work.

Comment on Floor Plans – As Built Plans – Elevations and Sectional drawings by As Built Survey

As Built Survey — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 05:26:01 +0000

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Comment on People ‘only want white bathrooms’ by Allan

Allan — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 20:26:41 +0000

Who would you go to for construction projects; the local contractor or a big, international one? Sure, there’d be a difference in who’d need either, but overall, who would one pick?