Spring Into Space; Why Open-Plan Living Could Transform Your Home.

Geoff Spinks • January 30, 2026

Family-Run Building Services.

Thinking about restoring or modernising your period home? Or maybe you are planning to add a loft conversion to your home?



Point Builders Ltd is a family-run building company with over 40 year’s experience operating in the Hertfordshire, Hampshire and Dorset areas. 

A person applies mortar to a brick wall with a trowel.

Specialising in restoration and modernisation of listed and period properties, we also carry out refurbishments and extensions to modern properties.


Catering for all your building needs and always using the utmost care and attention to detail, we can help you make more space, add value and fall in love with where you live.


From fresh home refurbishments to larger extensions and loft conversions, we focus on what matters to you: a smooth process, clear communication and a finish that feels just right. We listen, plan with you, and keep things tidy so you can carry on with life while we do the heavy lifting.


Need a bigger kitchen, a calm home office or an extra bedroom? 

We tailor every detail to your style and budget, making the most of your layout and natural light. Our local knowledge means we know what works well for homes across Bournemouth, Christchurch and the New Forest, and we guide you through every step.


You get friendly service, reliable timelines and a result that feels natural to your home. Ready to turn ideas into a space you are proud of? Get in touch and let’s talk about your plans. To read more about us, follow the link to our website /www.pointbuilders.co.uk

By Geoff Spinks July 13, 2026
If you've spent any time this June trying to squeeze the whole family into a small kitchen while the garden sits empty just beyond the back door, you're not alone. It's one of the most common things we hear from homeowners across Bournemouth, Christchurch and the New Forest. A rear extension changes everything. It blurs the line between inside and out, exactly what you want during the longer, warmer months. Imagine a bright, open kitchen-diner with glazed doors that fold right back onto the garden. Suddenly, summer entertaining isn't a juggling act, it just flows. And here's the practical bit: summer is genuinely one of the best times to get a project like this moving. The ground is drier, the days are longer, and build times are generally quicker with better weather on our side. More importantly, getting plans agreed now means you could be enjoying a brand new space well before the nights start drawing in. Whether you're after something modest or a real showstopper, we'll guide you through the whole process; No stress, no confusion. Fancy a free chat about what's possible? Give us a call today.
Rough tan stone wall with horizontal rows of dark pebbles embedded in the surface
By Geoff Spinks July 9, 2026
Discover why stone and flint work remains one of Britain's most valued traditional building crafts and how expert restoration preserves historic homes.
Two exposed red-brick patches in a beige stucco wall, with cracked plaster around them
By Geoff Spinks July 9, 2026
Discover why lime mortar plastering is the best choice for older and listed buildings, protecting historic properties from damp, decay, and structural damage.
Empty white room with two windows, radiator, and sunlight casting shadows on the wall
By Geoff Spinks July 9, 2026
Is your period home's plaster failing? Use our summer maintenance checklist to spot cracks and damp. Contact Point Builders Ltd for expert heritage repairs via our contact page.
June 17, 2026
How Much Does a Loft Conversion Cost in St Albans and Hertfordshire?
By Geoff Spinks June 9, 2026
With June finally delivering those longer, warmer days across Bournemouth and the New Forest, now is the perfect time to think about making the most of your outdoor space and a garden room could be just the answer.
By Geoff Spinks May 16, 2026
With the warmer months finally here and the garden coming back to life, there is no better time to think about how your home flows, or doesn't.
By Geoff Spinks April 22, 2026
Spring is properly here, and if you have spent the winter driving past your own home thinking "it could do with a bit of love" — you are not alone.
March 27, 2026
Point Builders specialise in restoring historic flint walls using traditional lime techniques. 40+ years experience with listed properties in Dorset. Contact us.
By Geoff Spinks March 25, 2026
March has arrived and the days are getting longer. If you are anything like most homeowners in Bournemouth and Christchurch, you might be considering making improvements to your home to make more room or to improve the flow of your living spaces.