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#building-control#extension#building-regulations#uk#inspection
Building Control Inspection Stages: What to Expect for Your Extension
Every building control inspection stage for a UK extension, including what the BCO checks, when to book, what happens if you fail, fees, and why the completion certificate matters.
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#kitchen-extension#costs#budgeting#uk#2026
Kitchen Extension Cost UK 2026: What to Really Budget For
The real cost of a UK kitchen extension in 2026 — broken down by category. Most guides quote the builder's work only. This one tells you about everything else.
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#kitchen-extension#timeline#project-management#building-control#uk
The Complete Timeline for Project Managing a UK Kitchen Extension
A real timeline from a 35-month kitchen extension — every phase, what went wrong, and what it actually cost. Written by someone who project managed their own build.