Manage a homebuild and renovation project : how to fulfil your own grand design (4th ed., rev. and updated ed)

Undertaking a building or renovation project can be a bit daunting.

But with the help of this book you will be in control at all times, confident in your decision making, and sure of getting the job done on time and to a high standard.

It includes proven and simple-to-use management techniques that would suit projects ranging from one thousand to one million pounds. Contents: Introduction; About the author; 1. Getting started; 2. Know your requirements; 3. Contacting contractors; 4. Establishing credibility; 5. Obtaining and agreeing quotes; 6. Starting the work; 7. Financial arrangements; 8. Operation and maintenance manuals; 9. Good working relations; 10. Record-keeping; 11. Professional and site teams; Index