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Nov 28, 2024 | 
self-build.co.uk | Alan Tierney |Self-Build Zone |Nigel Griffiths
Find out how to protect your property’s structure from the damage caused by damp and mould, with practical tips and insight from Build It’s period property expert, Alan Tierney Damp and mould can pose serious problems in your home.
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Nov 21, 2024 | 
self-build.co.uk | Self-Build Zone |Nigel Griffiths |Tim Doherty
A major renovation not only offers the opportunity to change the footprint and layout to better serve you, but also introduce sustainable alternatives for heating, ventilation, plumbing and electrics. Many homeowners choose to retrofit their properties owing to the cost-saving benefits of not moving house, plus the array of eco-friendly products and systems available to improve and future-proof your home.
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Oct 25, 2024 | 
self-build.co.uk | Chris Batesmith |Self-Build Zone |Nigel Griffiths
Timber building systems enable high performance out of the box – but what are the insulation options for a bespoke project?
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Aug 28, 2024 | 
self-build.co.uk | Self-Build Zone |Chris Batesmith
Operating a safe and compliant construction site is essential for the success of any self build. You have a legal and ethical duty to ensure the wellbeing of everyone who sets foot on your site. This can be achieved by putting the proper steps in place from the moment you exchange contracts, right through to the completion and sign-off of the new structure. Health & Safety BasicsEvery building project must adhere to the Construction (Design & Management) Regulations 2015 – often referred to as CDM.
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Jul 3, 2024 | 
self-build.co.uk | Chris Batesmith |Rebecca Foster |Self-Build Zone |Julia Riddle
Good housing is vital to the UK economy and the foundation of a happy life. With the election almost upon us, how do the major parties intend to deliver more, better quality homes and improve choice in the housing market?
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Jul 3, 2024 | 
self-build.co.uk | Chris Batesmith |Rebecca Foster |Self-Build Zone |Sander Tel
If getting your project finished as soon as possible is a high priority, so you can start enjoying your bespoke home sooner, the turnkey design & build package route to a new home may be for you.
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Jun 29, 2024 | 
self-build.co.uk | Julia Riddle |Martin Gaine |Self-Build Zone |Chris Batesmith
Clubbing together with other prospective self builders to create your new homes on one site could save you money on plots and construction.
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May 6, 2024 | 
self-build.co.uk | Nigel Griffiths |Chris Batesmith |Self-Build Zone |Emily Batesmith
CLOSER LOOK Which technology can help you create a zero bills home? At least one enterprising energy provider has come up with a zero-bills offer (I cannot mention names of course!). This is based on:A heat pumpVery substantial solar PVBattery storageThe offer is for five years – presumably at this point, they will review to see whether you are actually using less power than you are producing from your PV array, to determine whether the deal still works for them.
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Apr 29, 2024 | 
self-build.co.uk | Chris Batesmith |Self-Build Zone
Simon Middleton from self build insurance provider Protek discusses why you need to insure your project at its professional reinstatement costs, even if you’re doing a lot of the work yourself Most self builders know the importance of insuring a home as it’s being built, but do you have the right level of protection in place – have you insured your project at its professional reinstatement cost? This is key to recovering from a serious loss, but what does it mean for your scheme? Build Budget...
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Apr 28, 2024 | 
self-build.co.uk | Chris Batesmith |Self-Build Zone
Which Colour Options Are Available for Sliding Patio Doors? These days, most sliding door suppliers offer a wide range of RAL colours as standard. “If you want a different one, it’s not likely to affect the price much,” says Craig. RAL is a colour-matching system that enables quality assurance over the hue of powder coatings and timber finishes for doors, windows and various other products. PVCu products are generally more limited in colour choice.
