Beware of taking advice from someone who’s trying to sell you something.
With the rise of ready-mix products and “quick fix” solutions, there are a lot of materials on the market that simply don’t perform as they should — especially in older or character properties.
At Cotswold Hare, our approach is built on more than just years on the tools. It’s backed by continuous learning — courses, CPDs, and time spent (both in rooms and on Zoom) with architects, structural engineers, and design specialists. We work closely with the people developing products that are genuinely improving how homes perform and feel.
Don’t trust the line: “that’s how we’ve always done it.”
Generations of doing something wrong doesn’t make it right.
#CotswoldHare #BuildingBetter #HeritageHomes #Renovation #TraditionalBuilding
Stone repair training with @heritagelimeuk 🔨
Always investing in my skills to make sure your home is repaired properly — and preserved for years to come.
#stonerepair #heritagebuilding #limemortar #traditionalbuilding #cotswoldhomes craftsmanship
This Oriel Window was coming away from the main house. The client wanted to replace it with a flush window. Once we removed the Oriel, it was concrete blocks behind. So we found a solution with an oak porch to cover the blocks and extra protection for the timber window.
@fmbsouth
And that's a wrap. A 5 series course ran by the knowledgeable people @ecologicalbuildingsystems .
Meeting some great people along the way.
Traditional buildings like Cotswold cottage with sould walls need treating differently. They need looking after, they also don't need to be damp cold homes they should be and can be warm and cosy.
Cotswold Hare Building, Renovations, and Carpentry prides itself on not only carrying out work at a high standard but also having the knowledge to use the right materials.
@fmbsouth@thegreenregister@ecologicalbuildingsystems
With Retrofit in the news for all the wrong reasons. Be reassured that there are people and businesses out there who are doing Retrofit correctly. Not to get grants and grab the cash, but to create homes that work effectively, lowering energy usage/bills and creating a pleasant place to call home. I'm proud to say that @cotswoldharebuilder is one of them. A lot of work is going in behind the scenes to gain knowledge and understanding of how to Retrofit traditional homes.
@retrofit_west@thegreenregister@fmbsouth@cotswolddc
I've been working on this online course for a few weeks. Best practice on using woodfibre insulation in numerous scenarios, external wall insulation, internal wall insulation, suspended floor insulation, and much more. A great online course put together by @backtoearthltd@learnwithfibres .
#retrofit
#heritageretrofit
#solidwallinsulation
#sustainablebuilding
First time I've designed the footprint of an extension around the roof tiles and a down pipe bracket, but the details matter.
1 extension, 3 new roofs. And a front of house revamp photos of that to follow.
Great Clients to work with.
A pleasure to work and collaborate with my trusted band of Sub Contractors.
Plastering/ Rendering @cirencester_plastering_company
Bi fold doors supplied and fitted @worcestershiredoorco
Floor Sceed /
Electrics /
Supplier @countybuildingtetbury
Building control @cookbrownbuildingcontrol
Onto the next one, we go again.
@fmbsouth
#cotswoldharebuilder
#cotswolds #cotswoldlife #building #renovation #carpentry #cirencesterbusiness #cirencester #makeyourhouseahome
We're thrilled to welcome new member @cotswoldharebuilder , a building firm based in Cirencester.
Cotswold Hare offer a comprehensive end-to-end service, and prioritise exceptional craftsmanship and a personal approach. The team specialise in home extensions and property renovations of stunning Cotswold properties.
Learn more & get in touch on our Register.
