With construction output at its highest levels for years, and the construction industry recovering from a difficult pandemic period, at Cotswold Contractors we feel it necessary to explore the most important trends for the construction industry this year. It is an unprecedented time for the construction industry, as we have never had to recover from […]
It was reported in February that construction output has risen by the most rapid rate possible in the space of just eight months. Despite this, optimism is beginning to fade as the industry looks to the future, identifying supply shortages and the impact of rising costs causing output to potentially fade. Read on to find […]
The rising cost of building materials has had an understandable knock on effect to both home owners and businesses. In this article, we take a look at the reasons surrounding the rise in building material costs and what we, as clients, can do about it in order to manage our improvement projects efficiently. The rising […]
In this article, we look at the material options for driveways and point out the pros and cons of each. If you’re considering replacing your driveway, there are many options that are available these days. Depending on what your priorities are and your budget, you will have many choices on your new driveway, including the […]
OK, so you’re excited that you’ve finally decided to extend your property, build your dream home or tart up your driveway. But how do you go about finding the right building contractor that will deliver exactly what you want, on time and on budget? Well, here’s our top 10 obvious but often overlooked questions to […]
Loft insulation is incredibly important in keeping your home warm in the winter months and cool in the summer. It is also great for reducing energy loss, a common issue in uninsulated homes. It can be confusing when trying to pick your insulation, as there are a variety of materials out there. Here is a […]
If you have a garden, you’ll likely understand how important it is to your home. It offers somewhere to relax and enjoy the sun as well as space for children and pets to run around. Having a nice garden is also a great way to make a good first impression for house guests. However, gardens […]
We spend a lot of time in our homes and changing things up a bit can be an exciting idea. However, there are few things you need to know about house extensions projects before you dive into one yourself. A global pandemic has kept us house-bound for the majority of the last year. This has […]
Driveway maintenance likely isn’t the first thing to come to mind when you think of looking after your home. But you really should look after your driveway. I know that many people may think of driveway maintenance as a chore, but your driveway is one of the first things people see when they visit your […]
At Cotswold Contractors we know that a loft conversion might seem like a daunting change to your home. With something that can seem like a complicated process, you will understandably have many questions, making it even more scary. But don’t worry, we’re here to answer some of the most common queries about loft conversions and […]