Cowboy Construction Causes Buildings to Topple
Posted in Movies TV on 08/31/2010 02:56 pm by adminWe have all heard horror stories over the past few years about “cowboy builders”, which cause big problems for unsuspecting homeowners, and in some cases, their neighbors. Channel 5 popular television show “Cowboy Builders” has heightened public awareness about the problem, but it is still taking place across London.
One of the most recent example of concern for families Gorman in Camden, who were forced to move within two years because of damage to their home when a neighbor tried to dig under the foundation without a building permit. Failed work has led to serious structural damage to homes Gorman, and so they had to move the whole family (including disabled son) for a temporary residence while the house is repaired and strengthened, but at last report, as the Victorian-era residence is still under threat of destruction.
This is an excellent example of how damaging ill-conceived, poorly executed repairs can turn. It has become common for homeowners to try to dig under their homes to create more space, but it should be performed only by experienced builders who specialize in this type of renovation, as well as the relevant planning permission.
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