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Builder or Extension Builder: Who Should You Hire for a House Extension?
For a house extension, an extension builder is usually the strongest first choice, while a general builder can also be suitable if extensions are a genuine part of their experience and services. This Sussex guide explains what to check before asking either one to quote.
25 September 2026 · 4 min read
Choosing an Extension Builder in Sussex: From Planning to the Final Handover
A project-control guide to choosing an extension builder in Sussex, covering planning, Building Regulations, party-wall issues, foundations and staged payments.
25 Sept 2026 · 6 min read
How to Choose a Tiler in Sussex: Layout, Substrate and Waterproofing Before the First Tile
A practical guide to choosing a tiler in Sussex, focused on the preparation and layout decisions that determine how the finished room looks and performs.
24 Sept 2026 · 5 min read
How to Choose a Plumber in Sussex: Checks, Quotes and Questions That Matter
A practical Sussex guide to choosing a plumber, comparing quotes properly and spotting when you may need a heating or Gas Safe engineer instead.
24 Sept 2026 · 7 min read
How to Choose a Bricklayer in Sussex: Matching the Brickwork, Finish and Scope
A Sussex guide to choosing a bricklayer for walls, repairs, extensions and structural masonry, with practical checks on matching and quote scope.
23 Sept 2026 · 5 min read
Boiler Losing Pressure: Who Should You Call in Sussex?
For a gas boiler that keeps losing pressure, the right first call is a Gas Safe registered engineer who is competent to work on boilers. This Sussex guide explains what to record before the visit and why a general plumber is not automatically qualified for gas-boiler work.
23 Sept 2026 · 5 min read
How to Compare Electricians in Sussex: Registration, Quotes and the Paperwork to Expect
A homeowner and landlord guide to comparing electricians in Sussex, including registration, written scope, certificates, EICRs and quote differences.
22 Sept 2026 · 5 min read
How to Choose a Bathroom Fitter in Sussex: One Room, Several Trades, One Clear Plan
A project-management guide to choosing a bathroom fitter in Sussex and avoiding gaps between plumbing, electrics, tiling, waterproofing and finishing.
22 Sept 2026 · 5 min read
How to Choose a Gas Engineer in Sussex: The Checks That Matter Before You Book
A practical guide to choosing a gas engineer in Sussex, including Gas Safe checks, work categories, landlord records and quote questions.
21 Sept 2026 · 5 min read
How to Choose a Painter and Decorator in Sussex: Preparation Matters More Than the Last Coat
A practical decorating guide for Sussex homeowners and landlords, focused on preparation, scope, paint specification, access and what a professional quote should make clear.
21 Sept 2026 · 6 min read
How to Choose a Roofer in Sussex: Surveys, Quotes, Access and Red Flags
A detailed Sussex roofing guide for homeowners and landlords who want to compare roof surveys and quotes without being pushed into the wrong repair.
20 Sept 2026 · 5 min read
How to Choose a Kitchen Fitter in Sussex: Survey, Sequencing and the Millimetres That Matter
A practical guide to choosing a kitchen fitter in Sussex, with a focus on survey accuracy, service positions, worktop responsibility and multi-trade sequencing.
19 Sept 2026 · 5 min read
What Homeowners Can Check on a TradeKind Profile Before Making Contact
A TradeKind trade profile can help you compare local businesses before you reach out. Learn which details to check, how to read photos and reviews, and what to ask next.
25 Jul 2026 · 11 min read
What Approved Means on TradeKind
If you are choosing a tradesperson in Sussex, approval on TradeKind tells you a profile has been checked before it appears publicly. Use the profile details, photos and answers to decide whether the business fits your job.
25 Jul 2026 · 6 min read
How TradeKind Matches Homeowner Jobs With Local Sussex Tradespeople
TradeKind uses the job category, description and Sussex town or service area to show approved businesses relevant work. Tradespeople then decide whether to respond, and if no match appears, the request stays saved.
25 Jul 2026 · 11 min read
How TradeKind Works for Homeowners
If you need a local tradesperson in Sussex, TradeKind gives you three simple ways to start: post a job, browse reviewed public profiles, or request a business you already know. This guide explains which option suits your situation, what details to include, and how to compare your choices with confidence.
24 Jul 2026 · 14 min read
What Is TradeKind? A Sussex Marketplace for Homeowners and Local Tradespeople
TradeKind is a Sussex-first marketplace that helps homeowners find local tradespeople and gives tradespeople a place to build a profile, manage leads and serve their local area.
24 Jul 2026 · 12 min read
What to Do Before You Call a Roofer About Suspected Roof Damage
If you have noticed slipped tiles, damp patches or debris after bad weather, a short and organised check before you call a roofer can make the inspection faster, clearer and easier to compare. Here is what to note, what to avoid touching, and how to brief a roofer properly.
18 Jul 2026 · 8 min read
When to Call a Drainage Specialist for Slow, Blocked or Smelly Drains
Slow drains, recurring blockages and bad smells can point to anything from a simple local blockage to a deeper drainage fault. This guide helps homeowners spot the signs that a drainage specialist is the right trade, decide what to check before booking, and describe the problem clearly so the diagnosis is quicker.
18 Jul 2026 · 8 min read
How to Find a Reliable Tradesperson in Sussex
A practical Sussex homeowner guide to finding, checking and choosing a reliable local tradesperson for repairs, improvements and larger home projects.
5 Jul 2026 · 9 min read