EstimatorXpress 2017- the best estimating software 2016 has just got better.
Officially the best estimating software 2016 – EstimatorXpress has just got even better with a new 2017 release. The UK’s leading estimating software for builders and developers has recently been voted ‘the best estimation software 2016’ by Corporate Vision in their Technology Innovator Awards but as the forward thinking company we are, HBXL are already…
Voted ‘best estimating software 2016′- EstimatorXpress is the perfect estimating software for renovations
Recently voted ‘best estimating software 2016’ in the Technology Innovator Awards 2016 by Corporate Vision Magazine, EstimatorXpress is the perfect estimating software for extensions, renovations and new builds. Not only this but EstimatorXpress allows builders to combine scopes so that they can provide one estimate for jobs that require multiple work specifications. In the video we…
HBXL announced as Lloyds Bank National Business Awards finalist
HBXL announced as National Business Awards finalist. -Visit www.nationalbusinessawards.co.uk for all finalists- Today, HBXL has been shortlisted for the Vonage Business Enabler of the Year for the 2016 Lloyds Bank National Business Awards. The Bristol-based company provides software for the build sector and has revolutionised the way building firms run their businesses to increase their profitability and…
Zero Carbon Homes – Changes to the London Plan Requirements
‘Zero Carbon Homes’ Guest Blog by Graham Sutill, Sustainable Buildings Assessor, Darren Evans Assessments As of October 1 2016, the London Plan requirements for energy statements are changing. All major developments will be required to be ‘zero carbon’ however if this cannot be achieved then a cash in lieu contribution will be sought. In addition to…
Cowboy customers in construction
Cowboy customers in construction Cowboy customers are bad news for small building firms, paying late or not at all often without realising the damage they cause. The idea of ‘cowboy builders’ is a something most people will have heard of. It vilifies tradesmen, gives the industry a bad name but anyone actually in the small…
HSE Enforcement
HSE enforcement notices database – Top 5 examples of penalties in 2016 If you are a builder or developer who feels like you have all your required health & safety covered then you may want to take a look at our summary of key HSE enforcement activity statistics 2016, just to see how easy it is…