Plan-It is a small Architectural & Construction Company whose strength has grown from our longevity (39 years) and our commitment to guiding home owners through the process of having their home altered usually whilst continuing to live in it. Established since 1982 we offer a full range of services to meet the demands of an increasingly competitive market place.
Along with our Sister Company Build-It We specialise in the full Design and Construction of house extensions, alterations and improvements of family homes and offer the following range of services. We understand the full process that you may only ever go through once in a lifetime and can help make the experience of your house extension as simple as possible.
If you let us help you, the construction process can be an interesting journey and the end result will be yours to enjoy for years to come. Give us a call for a no obligation chat, we will visit you at your home and explain how you can get started.
Along with our Sister Company Build-It We specialise in the full Design and Construction of house extensions, alterations and improvements of family homes and offer the following range of services. We understand the full process that you may only ever go through once in a lifetime and can help make the experience of your house extension as simple as possible.
If you let us help you, the construction process can be an interesting journey and the end result will be yours to enjoy for years to come. Give us a call for a no obligation chat, we will visit you at your home and explain how you can get started.
Services
This is an Evening seminar intended to explain the process of successfully extending your home. If you are looking to extend or alter your home then this is for you. Most people start our Home extension discussions with "where do we start". This short seminar will talk you through all the issues and processes that you will need to undergo.
This is a requirements of the Local Authority Building Control Department. You, the applicant, are required by law to ensure that an application is lodged for all building works that require a building warrant and they comply with the bulding regulations. Your consultant will physically deal with the application however the legal onus is on you to ensure this is done.
Plan-It Design work in conjunction with our sister companies Build -It and other sub contractors to assist with all aspects of construction services to home owners. Plan-It also offer desgn and build solutions for minor alterations in offices, shops and work place environments. We can provide maintenance trades on an as needed or contract basis.
You should invite a Building Surveyor or Architect or someone who has a professional knowledge of the building and design process to discuss your project in your home. This will be someone who can prepare plans and is actively involved in submitting applications to the local authority for home extensions.
Born in Edinburgh in 1958, Bruce has raised his family whilst being self employed most of his working life. He holds a diploma from the RICS of which he is a member and the CIOB of which he is a Fellow. Bruce is also a member of the Association of project safety (APS). Bruce is the current Chairman of the Federation of Small Businessess in West Lothian where he helps to promote and support Small Business in West Lothian.
Reviews (7)
Dl C.
Nov 25, 2020
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Beware this company and it’s associates. This man IS NOT an architect. We had original plans drawn by him but when we said we did not want to use his other company to build the extension he became rude and unresponsive. We contracted another architect who was horrified at what she was looking at. Unsafe and unworkable was the consensus and when she investigated further he is not what he claims! Be careful!
Stuart Montgomery
Nov 21, 2020
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Ronnie Crawford
Oct 13, 2020
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Would not recommend this guy. Extremely disappointed please do not pay anything up front as you will be disappointed !! He is not registered as an architect and will present you with basic drawings which you can download from land registry. ! Provided very basic information which anybody can access. I have basic CAD and could make better drawings. Really disappointed please be warned !!
Ronnie
Ronnie
Eddie Thomas
Sep 13, 2020
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PLEASE do your research before using this chap. As others have said he IS NOT an architect and the difference between him and an actual professional is night and day. I had a frightful time with him and his son. Neither are qualified. If you are considering using the services of Fairbairn Senior or Junior, get a second opinion from an industry recognised competitor first. I guarantee that you will be staggered at the difference between the two.
Decan Usmic
Jun 25, 2020
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We asked Plan-It to undertake the required drawings and all associated paperwork (Building Application etc) with regards to converting our garage into an en-suite bedroom. Very informative initial discussions and sound advice given regarding what we were looking for and what would be allowable under current building regulations. Vast technical knowledge and prompt with drawing completions and application submission etc. Quick to kept us updated as to progress and we are really happy with the end result ! Would definitely recommend Plan-It to others. Genuinely happy customer !
Charles Wardman
Aug 14, 2019
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What a hideous experience. Plan It is an exercise in the avoidance of responsibility. We took comfort in the "architect" (Architects Registration Board later confirmed not an architect), the local reputable position and links to a small family building firm. What we've been left with is two independent structural reports calling for a rebuild, basic considerations missed and horrifying attempts to hide incompetence.
Horrendous.
Horrendous.
Eve W.
May 27, 2019
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Simply cannot convey how bad our experience with Bruce has been. He has left us with an extension that needs completely demolished, plans that were not followed, and his very strong recommendation that we use his son at Build It was the worst advice we have ever been given. Don't be fooled by him like we were - he is not what he would have you believe.
