PLANSXPRESS BLOG
Permitted Development Rights Explained: A Guide for Builders and Homeowners in England
Permitted development (PD from now on) rights let you carry out certain types of building work and changes of use without submitting a full planning application to your local planning authority (LPA). They exist so that routine, low-impact projects - a rear extension, a loft conversion, a garden outbuilding - don't need to go through the full planning process every time.
CAD Drawing made easy for builders: 6 Top Reasons to Choose PlansXpress
PlansXpress is designed with builders in mind, making it an excellent fit for your day-to-day tasks. This isn’t just any CAD software; it’s tailored to the specific needs of the construction industry and for those without any previous experience.
Discover the top features of PlansXpress that could be the missing tool in your belt.
How to transform your building business into a Design & Build business: A practical guide
If you’re a builder feeling the strain of long hours and not quite seeing the profits you’d hoped for, it might be time for a change. Transforming your building business into a Design & Build operation is a fantastic way to streamline your processes and grow your bottom line. Discover why and how to transform your building business.
Builders, 5 reasons why you need to add 3D models to your quotes
Have you considered using CAD software for builders to add 3D models to your quotes? It might sound like just another technology fad, but it could genuinely make a big difference.
Here are five reasons why incorporating 3D building software into your quotes is something you should look into.
Winning Construction Projects with 3D Models: The Power of PlansXpress
In the competitive world of construction, builders often find themselves vying for the same projects, all while clients seek the best value for their investment. One powerful tool that can help builders impress their clients and win projects is the use of 3D models.
CREATE AMAZING PROFESSIONAL DRAWINGS AND 3D MODELS USING PLANSXPRESS
Make your business instantly stand out from the crowd by designing stunning 3D drawings! Absolutely no experience with CAD software is needed, so you can easily get experimenting with your ideas in just a few clicks today!
New PlansXpress for 2022
PlansXpress 2022 is here! And in the latest version you’ll find our brand new roofing tool. The roofing capabilities of PlansXpress have taken extension and new build drawing to another level thanks to a complete re-write and re-imagination. This is a hugely significant enhancement to the already popular digital drawing tool.
YOUR END-TO-END BUILDING PROJECT SOLUTION BEGINS HERE
End-to-end building project management solution. Say what? End-to-end is a shorthand way of saying:
Quoting for the job…
Winning the work…
Producing a contract…
Setting out the health and safety plan and all the accompanying documents…
GO DIGITAL: THE HBXL CAMPAIGN TO HELP BUILDERS DIGITALLY MANAGE THEIR JOBS
Calling all builders – if you’re not using a range of digital tools to manage your building firm – the HBXL Go Digital campaign is for you! In 2022 you can’t reduce your costs, fix problems, work efficiently, be more profitable and grow your business without software. We have entered the era of digital necessity.
WHAT’S YOUR CONSTRUCTION FIRM’S BUSINESS PLAN AND WHAT NEEDS FIXING IN 2022?
Do you have a business plan for your construction firm going into 2022? Or were you going to play it by ear… again? If you’ve been slogging away for the past year with insufficient rewards for your efforts, read on. Feel under-valued and over-worked? Keep reading.