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If you're planning a building project in Oxfordshire, choosing the right builder can make or break the success of your project and investment. Whether you're considering a renovation of a period property, extension, or a full new build, finding a local builder with the right expertise and approach is key to turning your vision into reality. Look for Local Understanding Builders who are based in or frequently work in Oxfordshire will have valuable insight into planning require

Is it a bold claim that employing Saunders Brothers as your builder is a little different – and preferable – to hiring some other company? Perhaps, but we think the facts are on our side. Employing a Builder When you hire a builder to work on your house while you’re still trying to live your life there, they need to be competent of course, but they also need to realise they’re disrupting your home and minimise that disruption, to be responsible, considerate, trustworthy and p

Discover what Provisional Sums and Prime Cost Sums are and uncover the differences between them both.

‘Do I need building regulations?’ is a question that we hear quite a lot. Here in our latest blog we cover what building regulations are, why they are necessary and what types of buildings they apply to… What are the Building Regulations? The Building Regulations are a set of rules covering almost all aspects of building construction. They are government regulations and it is a legal requirement that construction projects comply with them. Why are they necessary? Buildings ar

When it comes to building work and obtaining a building quotation it can be the start of a daunting process. How do you know which is the right builder for you? Are they quoting a fair price? We bring together 9 things you should know before you choose your builder. Why is money such a complex matter in the construction industry? It’s simply because the sums of money are large and buildings take a long time to complete so builders require stage payments, normally monthly valu

When it comes to a building project, choosing the right builder can make all the difference. Whether you are planning a home renovation, extension or new build, taking time to find the best team is one of the most important decisions you will make. Here are our top tips for choosing a builder to help your project run smoothly. Do your research A successful building project starts with thorough research. Take the time to understand what you need and find builders who have expe