May 2025 Construction Insights – Latest Articles
Welcome to the May 2025 roundup. We’ve pulled together the most useful posts from the last month, so you can get straight to the advice that matters. From figuring out why a commercial build costs more to knowing which loft type adds the most value, every piece is written in plain English.
Cost‑Focused Guides
The month kicked off with a deep dive into commercial vs residential construction costs. The article breaks down material prices, regulatory fees, and labor rates that make commercial projects hit the wallet harder. It also hands you three quick cost‑saving tricks you can apply on the spot.
Next up, we unpacked the most expensive part of a new build. Spoiler: it’s not the roof. The post walks you through foundation work, structural framing, and finishing touches, showing where the biggest budget surprises hide and how to plan for them early.
If you’re still on the fence about hiring help, the builder vs construction company piece clears the confusion. It explains who handles small renovations versus large‑scale jobs, what to ask during interviews, and why the right choice can shave weeks off your timeline.
We also explored the nuances of civil vs commercial construction. The guide highlights differences in purpose, scale, and regulation, and offers a quick checklist to decide which route fits your project’s goals.
Practical Repair & Design Tips
Foundation woes? Our foundation cracks article weighs the pros and cons of fixing from the inside versus the outside. You’ll learn the tell‑tale signs each method addresses, rough cost ranges, and when a DIY fix is enough.
Worried about insurance? The piece on homeowners insurance and foundation leaks tells you what policies typically cover, common exclusions, and steps to protect your claim from being denied.
Loft lovers, we’ve got you covered. The four main loft conversion types guide breaks down rooflight, dormer, hip‑to‑gable, and mansard options. We point out which styles suit different roof shapes, the typical price brackets, and how each can boost resale value.
On the flip side, the what lofts cannot be converted article warns you about structural limits, headroom rules, and planning permission hurdles, saving you from costly dead‑end plans.
For architects, the architectural services brief post simplifies what needs to be in the brief, who uses it, and why a clear brief cuts time and money. It’s a quick cheat‑sheet for anyone new to the design process.
Lastly, we clarified the often‑misunderstood term “covered under commercial” in construction contracts. The guide lists typical inclusions—structural work, site prep, utilities—and flags common exclusions so you can read contracts without a lawyer.
All these posts are aimed at giving you actionable insights without the jargon. Bookmark this page, skim the headlines that match your needs, and dive into the full articles for step‑by‑step guidance. Happy building!
