Self-build budget vs design – what comes first?
Jack Hounsham of Appledown Projects explains how to approach the…
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How to budget for your self-build: an expert’s guide to construction costs
Planning a self-build starts with getting the budget right. Jack…
Photo: mdjaff, Freepik Self-build budgeting: how to work backwards from a fixed mortgage
Self-build coach Giuliano Rapoz shares how he and his partner…
Giuliano and Zara's self-build featured on Channel 4's Grand Designs series. Five reasons why self-build budgets slip
Jack Hounsham of Appledown Projects breaks down the most common…
How much will a UK self-build cost in 2026?
Jack Hounsham of Appledown Projects breaks down real self-build costs,…
How to budget for your self-build
Planning your home? CIOB’s Linda Stevens shares tips on budgeting…
Tips from the experts to reduce costs
How much does it cost to build today and how…
How much will you spend before you build?
Preliminary costs, of how much you spend before you build,…
How much will a heat pump cost you?
It’s become the must-have piece of kit when it comes…
How much will the landscaping cost you?
Find out how much the landscaping will cost you on…
Are heat pumps worth it?
Building a new house in the UK? You’re likely considering…
Home building fees – 2024 update
Getting independent advice on your self-build or renovation project will…
Ways to save on your self-build
You’ll have to start budgeting for your project early on;…
How expensive is it to build in 2024?
Is it more expensive to build in 2024 as compared…
What can you build for 350k?
Architect Micah Jones looks at what you can build for…
How affordable will it be to self-build in 2024?
Builders are upbeat for 2024 but input costs continue to…
What contingency do you need?
How much of a contingency do you need when building,…
The cost of blockwork and timber frame walls
Your choice of building method will have an impact on…
First Home Scheme opens to self-builders
20 to 30 per cent of build costs can now…
