How to find a good builder video advice

http://www.homebuildingshow.co.uk/en/finding-a-good-builder.aspx

Finding a good builder is a common theme amongst novice self-builders.

Michael Holmes, Editor - in - Chief of Homebuilding & Renovating Magazine and presenter on Channel 5's I Own Britain's Best Home gives his expert opinion on what to look for when planning your self-build project

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Finding a good builder is key to the success of a self build project. Most good quality builders are registered with one of the big building industry organisations, such as the National House Builders Council (NHBC), the Federation of Master Builders (FMB) or the Guild of Master Craftsmen.

These organisations do spend a lot of time vetting their members, but nothing is 100% fool proof, so however you come across your builder and there are small builders who dont need to advertise or become a member of anything because theyre just good quality workmen, you should always get references.

Speak to their previous clients, look at their previous projects and make sure that somebodys willing to recommend them to you

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