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Practical guides on quoting, invoicing, CIS deductions, and running a building business in the UK. No waffle — just useful stuff for real builders and tradespeople.

Tax & Compliance7 min read

VAT Reverse Charge for Construction: What UK Builders Need to Know

The domestic VAT reverse charge affects every VAT-registered builder working for another contractor. Here's how it works, when it applies, and how to invoice correctly.

23 February 2026Read →
Pricing & Estimating9 min read

How to Price an Extension: A UK Builder's Guide

A practical walkthrough of how to price a single-storey rear extension in the UK. Covers materials, labour, overheads, contingency, and profit — with real numbers.

23 February 2026Read →
Business & Cash Flow6 min read

How to Chase Late Payments as a UK Builder (Without Losing Clients)

A practical guide to getting paid on time in construction. Covers payment terms, chasing strategies, statutory interest, and when to escalate — written for real builders.

23 February 2026Read →
Tax & Compliance8 min read

CIS Deductions Explained for Builders (2026 Guide)

A plain-English guide to CIS deductions for UK builders and subcontractors. Understand the 20% and 30% rates, what counts as materials, how to claim refunds, and the April 2026 Making Tax Digital changes.

19 February 2026Read →
Templates & Tools6 min read

Free Builder Quote Template UK (2026)

Download a free builder quote template for UK tradespeople. Includes VAT, payment terms, materials and labour breakdown. Plus — why smart builders are switching to quoting software.

19 February 2026Read →
Software & Tools7 min read

Best Quoting Apps for UK Builders (2026)

An honest comparison of the top quoting and estimating apps for UK builders in 2026. From free templates to AI-powered tools — find the right fit for your business.

19 February 2026Read →

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