Different procurement methods… how to choose the right contract?
I love when people come to me and ask for a SIMPLE building contract. Ideally free as well. Let me translate what they mean by that: “So...
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Julia Starzyk
- Aug 11, 2022
- 5 min
What happens when you employ the wrong people to run your refurbishment project?
In today's episode of “Renovations going wrong” let me introduce you to Amy. Amy is a business owner. She has been running her...
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Julia Starzyk
- Jul 28, 2022
- 4 min
How to find the right builder for your refurbishment project
If you look anywhere online most likely the advice you will find will tell you to ask at least 5-10 builders for quotes. Well. If you...
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Julia Starzyk
- Jul 14, 2022
- 2 min
What to do when your builder goes bust?
The post pandemic market of building material and labour force is absolutely bonkers. You might have more luck throwing a load of...
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Julia Starzyk
- Jul 8, 2022
- 4 min
6 key tips before starting a home renovation in London
London is a specific place. It’s a big pot where we have a mixture of cultures, British heritage and modern taste. It’s one of the most...
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Julia Starzyk
- Jun 30, 2022
- 4 min
3 tips to get your renovation expectations right from the start
Running a survey is a great source of information. Running a home renovation survey is a great source of information and a pool of jokes...
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Julia Starzyk
- Jun 23, 2022
- 4 min
12 Biggest Traps Homeowners fall into when it comes to Renovation
If you have ever renovated a house beyond sanding paper and a lick of paint, you have probably faced some issues. Depending on a number...
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Julia Starzyk
- Jun 17, 2022
- 4 min
Do I need a building contract?
If I was given a pound every time someone asked me this question I wouldn’t be in business any more. I’d be living on the beach on a...
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Julia Starzyk
- Jun 10, 2022
- 3 min
5 things you shouldn’t really take advice from your interior designer on
The pandemic has definitely made an impact on human lives. It has made many people slow down and re-consider their career paths. Some...
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Julia Starzyk
- Jun 3, 2022
- 3 min
Who is a cost consultant and why do you need one on your project?
I hate the words Quantity Surveyor. It has absolutely no meaning to the general public. Cost consultant makes more sense as it kind of...
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