Hi
We are about to embark on our project of a side return, rear extension and loft conversion in London.
We have had several builders come visit, some offer a full design and build while others need plans before they can provide a firm quote.
Which will work out cheaper - do we appoint a design and build contractor or do we get our own architect, wait for plans and then tender the project?
We have had several architects quotes but they are at least £4k for plans and building regs! But we do want to use someone with PI in case something goes wrong.
At least with a design and build they we will be covered by the builders PI regardless of which architect they use.
Any opinions?
We are about to embark on our project of a side return, rear extension and loft conversion in London.
We have had several builders come visit, some offer a full design and build while others need plans before they can provide a firm quote.
Which will work out cheaper - do we appoint a design and build contractor or do we get our own architect, wait for plans and then tender the project?
We have had several architects quotes but they are at least £4k for plans and building regs! But we do want to use someone with PI in case something goes wrong.
At least with a design and build they we will be covered by the builders PI regardless of which architect they use.
Any opinions?