Where to find an approved, recommended builder in Kent for your dream home makeover!

March 16, 2011 - PRLog -- If you want to do a dream home makeover on a budget finding an approved, recommended local builder could make or break your project. So STOP day-dreaming and do your homework first! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pY0ILjjhsVo

Thankfully the internet is awash with loads of online directories and guides with easy to read information and facts on many building services. Here's a short list of some of the most popular in order of popularity.

FMB Online - Federation of Master Builders: The Federation of Master Builders web site - the UK's leading building trade association.

Rated People: Find local recommended tradespeople who have been approved by others.

Checkatrade: Find recommended & trusted tradesmen on a directory of recommended and trusted tradesmen who have been vetted and monitored and meet our standards of trading.

Myhammer: Find Recommended Builders, by simply posting your job advert for free quotes from local builders


Opinion is divided about the authority of directory sites, however it's a good place to start!

Next you need to interview the builder as if you would in any other profession. So here's a top 10 list of questions to ask your local builder

Q1) How long have they been trading?

Q2) Do they have any professional trade qualifications?

Q3) Can they provide references for past work (do follow this up)?

Q4) Are they a member of any trade organisations (and check this out)?

Q5) How well do they understand your requirements?

Q6) What guarantees they they give you about their work?

Q7) What do they estimate to be the time frame for the job?

Q8) What will be the quote for the job?

Q9) When will works commence?

Q10) What are their payment terms?

The follow up is key! How long did they take to get back to you on the quote? What's covered in the price? Don't be afraid to call your builder to query the costs and ask your builder for a break down of labour and materials if necessary (it's your money being spent)

For more home makeover tips on how to revamp your home on a budget check out http://www.cbspropertymaintenance.co.uk/2011/03/home-make...

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