Funding for Property Refurbishment Projects Doubles
In the past year funding for property refurbishment projects has seen a huge increase, according to a recent West One Broker Sentiment Survey which included over 250 financial intermediaries. The actual figures show that twice the amount of funding was secured
Construction Boost to Jobs in Leicestershire
The Leicester Mercury this week reported that the latest development of new homes in the Melton Road area of East Goscote, which started this week, will provide jobs and funding for the local area, as well as new homes. The latest
Nationwide figures show housing market recovery “Firmly established”
This week Nationwide published data showing that average house prices rose by 9.2% in the UK for the year up to March 2014. Robert Gardner, Nationwide’s Chief Economist, suggested that this was an indication of “Tentative signs of moderation”. Meanwhile, the
Black Tie Charity Ball
Earlier this month Alex attended a Black Tie Charity Ball on behalf of Smallman and Son. The event, which was hosted by The Lord Mayor of Leicester, was in aid of Macmillan nurses and raised a fantastic £2000. In attendance were
Stephenson College New Entrance and Lobby Area
One of the building contracts recently undertaken by the Smallman & Son team was the refurbishment of the entrance and lobby area at Stephenson College, Coalville, Leicestershire. As a whole the college is a modern, spacious and attractive learning environment
Belgrave Flyover Demolished
The work to demolish the Belgrave flyover in Leicester nears completion. The 1970′s concrete monster, used to be the link between Leicester city centre and the famous Golden Mile. Work to demolish the structure began in February 2014 and this weekend
Syston Post Office to Close for Refurbishment Work
The Post Office on Syston High Street is due to close this coming Monday, 17th March and will not re open until the end of the month. The closure will allow developers to refurbish the premesis and is part of
Leicester based Refurbishment Stories
This week 2 stories caught our eye from the Leicester community, in relation to construction and general refurbishment: Leicester Boxing Club Gets Refurbished A Leicester boxing gym is being refurbished by a team of volunteers led by Stacy Cunnington, the secretary of
Refurbishment of changing facilities at Bingham leisure center
Smallman & Son have just completed a successful project for Rushcliffe Borough Council within Bingham Leisure Centre The project involved the refurbishment of the female changing facilities: Replacement of WC’s & concealed flushing systems. New toilet cubicles, hand wash basins and
Leicestershire Commercial Building Contractor Launches Charity Foundation
Smallman & Son Ltd have launched their own charity foundation, and are giving back to the community by supporting local charities. Alexandra Kowalczuk, Head of Business Development said “There are so many smaller local charities that go under the radar