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Instead of searching endlessly and guessing who to contact, BuildStart instantly shows you suitable local architects and planning professionals for your specific project.
Speak to more than one qualified professional to test ideas, approaches, and pricing—so you can make a confident, informed choice.
All professionals on BuildStart cover your local area and relevant services, ensuring you’re not wasting time on unsuitable or unavailable suppliers.
Understand what’s offered and what it costs before committing, helping you avoid unclear scopes, hidden fees, or mismatched expectations.
You contact architects and consultants directly, allowing faster conversations, clearer answers, and better working relationships from day one.
Simply select your service, enter your details, and receive a tailored list of professionals instantly—both on screen and by email.
Tell us about your property, its location, and the type of work you’re considering. This information helps us understand your requirements and identify professionals with the right experience for your project.
Based on your details, we connect you with verified local architecture and planning professionals who cover your area and specialise in your type of project, so you can compare options and move forward with confidence.
Review clear pricing and service details from local architecture and planning professionals. Compare approaches, costs, and experience to choose the option that best fits your project and budget.
“BuildStart made it easy to find a local architect who actually understood planning rules in our area. We spoke to two designers, compared fees, and moved forward quickly. The drawings were accepted first time.”
James Whitfield – Reading, Berkshire
“I wasn’t sure who to contact for our extension plans, and BuildStart saved a lot of time. We were put in touch with a local architect who explained everything clearly and handled the planning submission for us.”
Sarah Collins – Altrincham, Gr. Manchester
“Good experience overall. The platform connected us with a local professional who knew the council requirements inside out. Pricing was clear upfront and the process felt organised from the start.”
Jasvinder Riyat – Chelmsford, Essex
“We needed planning drawings for a loft conversion and didn’t want to guess who to call. BuildStart gave us a shortlist of local architects and we chose someone we felt comfortable working with.”
Emma Richardson – Guildford, Surrey
“BuildStart helped us compare a few local options before committing. The architect we went with handled the drawings and planning paperwork efficiently and kept us updated throughout.”
Mohammad Amin – Solihull, W. Midlands
“I liked that there was no pressure and no middleman. We contacted the architect directly and discussed our project properly before deciding. Planning approval came through without any issues.”
Mark Henderson – York, North Yorkshire
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