Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.
-
Do I Really Need a Construction Contract?
So, you’re approaching a brand new construction project and you’re tempted to save just a few pounds by going into business with your clients, suppliers, or builders without a contract… Before you go any further: Stop. Sure, it may be tempting to cut costs in the short term. In the long term, however, damage caused…
-
What Does a Quantity Surveyor Do? Your Complete Guide to Hiring Quantity Surveying Services
Quantity Surveyors approach each new project with one very clear goal in mind: Work with contractors and clients to ensure that cost savings on a construction project do not come at the expense of premium quality workmanship or materials. On the surface, that may sound simple, but look a little closer and you’ll discover that…
-
Are My Prices Preventing Me From Winning More Work?
As a building contractor, you have every confidence in your ability to deliver exceptional quality work for your clients. Your portfolio of past projects is a testament to your skills and experience, and as far as you can tell, there’s no logical reason why a client wouldn’t want to work with you… …Which makes the…
-
Safety First: What Does UK Law Say About Scaffolding?
Do you need a license to errect scaffolding? This and other questions answered in our complete guide to UK scaffolding law.
-
Why Pay a Professional Cost Estimator When I Can Create Estimates Myself?
Why paying a professional cost estimator may save you more money than doing your cost estimates yourself… As a professional contractor, you know all too well what a difference an accurate cost estimate can make to the success of every project you work on. Yet what you may not be so sure of is why…
-
Hello world!
Welcome to Astra Starter Templates. This is your first post. Edit or delete it, then start blogging!
Got any book recommendations?