You shouldn’t need a building science degree,
to fix your own home
But right now? That’s exactly how it feels.
If you’ve ever spiralled down a rabbit hole of damp-proofing forums, had five trades give you five different answers, or felt like you’re one wrong product away from ruining your house… welcome.
This is Expertible
Where confused homeowners come to get clear, honest answers from people who actually know what they’re talking about.
My Story
I’m Rich Alesbury, the founder of Expertible and a lifelong nerd for how things work, especially when they’re 200 years old
For over 20 years, I’ve been learning everything I can about traditional buildings — first out of necessity, then obsession.
An engineering degree gave me a foundation in the science. Living in a Grade II listed wreck gave me the reality check. For nearly three years, I painstakingly restored every inch of my forever home in Gloucestershire. No fancy team, no unlimited budget — just deep curiosity, trial and error, and a lot of lime mortar.
Along the way, I started sharing what I was learning online. Not just the “after” shots, but the why — why buildings behave the way they do, and why the usual fixes often make things worse. That message found an audience. Today, over 250,000 people follow along across social platforms. I also co-host Talking Conservation, a podcast where we interview some of the UK’s leading voices in heritage and restoration.
And yet, the same problem kept surfacing:
Where do you turn when you’re stuck — really stuck — and just need someone to talk it through with?
That’s why I started Expertible.
We connect homeowners with trusted specialists for honest, 1:1 video consultations
Our experts aren’t influencers or “coaches.” They’re seasoned surveyors, craftspeople, conservation pros, and retrofit specialists. Every one of them is hand-picked for their experience, integrity, and ability to communicate with empathy and clarity.
When you book a call, you’ll:
- Show them your real issue — live on camera
- Get practical, tailored guidance based on your building and your goals
- Know what to do next, and why it matters
No upsells. No fluff. Just the right advice, at the right time.
Expertibles join by invitation only. They are individually selected and rigorously vetted to ensure they have the qualifications, experience and competence required to provide relevant guidance. We have a strict code of conduct to ensure that what you receive is unbiased and tailored to your unique circumstances.