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Operational, legal and commercial topics for UK builders. Updated regularly.
- Industry·08 Jun 2026·6 min read
The decision log: the cheapest insurance a builder can buy
Every renovation is hundreds of small decisions, and the verbal ones evaporate the moment there is a dispute. Here is how a simple decision log protects builders of every size — and exactly what to capture for each one.
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- Finance·01 Jun 2026·8 min read
Getting paid on time: payment terms, retention and your rights as a UK builder
Late payment closes more building firms than bad workmanship ever does. Here is how to structure payment terms, when statutory rights actually apply, and how transparency gets you paid faster.
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- Operations·25 May 2026·6 min read
How to run a snagging list that gets you signed off and paid
The snagging stage is where goodwill is won or lost — and where final payment quietly stalls. Here is how to run a snag list that protects your reputation and closes the job cleanly.
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- Industry·18 May 2026·6 min read
Why UK builders are abandoning WhatsApp for client portals
Whether you're refreshing a £15k bathroom or running a £400k extension, the same admin problems trip up every UK builder. Here's why builders of every size are switching to dedicated client portals — and what they're solving.
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- Legal·12 May 2026·8 min read
The legal anatomy of a construction variation
A variation isn't just "the client wanted something different." It's a contractual amendment with specific legal requirements — and it bites builders of every size, from sole traders to large firms. Here's what makes a variation legally robust in UK construction.
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- Operations·05 May 2026·7 min read
How to write a project handover document that protects your business
The handover document is the single most important piece of paper you give a client — whether you delivered a £15k bathroom or a £400k extension. Here's what to include, why, and what most builders get wrong.
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