Services

Complete Professional Services

We are able to provide complete professional services from the development of a brief based upon your needs through outline design development, liaison with the Local Authorities, the securing of Statutory Approvals, the development of technical design drawings, the management of the tendering process, provision of advice on the selection of the most appropriate contractor and management of the construction process on site through to completion.

Building Control Submissions

The practice has extensive experience working with Local Authority Building Control Officers and Approved Building Inspectors, and is able to provide advice based on a thorough understanding of the current Building Regulations (‘Approved Documents’) to ensure your project is lawful, safe and affordable.

Site and Building Surveys

David Houchell Ltd is able to provide site (land) and measured building surveys for most small and medium-sized projects.

Management of Structural Reports

The practice frequently manages the provision of structural reports by local Structural Engineers, as well as other associated engineering services.

Project Costing

David Houchell Ltd is able to provide cost estimates to help you to determine the viability of your project at an early stage of planning.

Technical Drawings and Detailing

The practice has extensive experience in the provision of technical drawings and design details for many different types of building.

Plan Printing

David Houchell Ltd offers a plan printing service for both private clients and other local businesses.

Partnership

We are members of the LABC Partner Authority Scheme, which speeds up Building Regulations submissions and saves money for our clients.

Planning Applications

David Houchell has over 40 years of experience consulting with Local Authority Planning and Design & Conservation Officers, and an enviable track record of achieving great results for his clients.

Public consultations

The practice is conversant with the public consultation process, and will lead this part of the planning process, which is usually associated with larger schemes with greater public impact and involvement.

Project Management

Many people try to take on the responsibility for the project management of small to medium sized building projects without the training and experience required. This can result in all sorts of problems, not least excessive costs, unnecessary delays and high levels of stress. David Houchell Ltd is able to provide project management services should these be of interest to you.

Arboricultural Report Management

David Houchell Ltd has much experience managing the provision of arboricultural reports, and can provide advice on the use of an appropriate arboriculturalist for your project.

Management of Ecological Surveys

The practice frequently also manages the provision of ecological surveys - often required when working in rural areas - such as surveys to establish the presence of bats, newts and owls.

Conversions for the Elderly

An increasing number of people choose to stay in their homes as they reach old age, and the practice can help determine the most economic means by which to achieve this.

Special Needs Adaptations

David Houchell Ltd can provide professional advice on the design and specification of adaptations to existing buildings according to the specific needs of individuals.