November 26, 2021There is not a single cause for the sudden increase in the price of materials. The pandemic, Brexit, ROI tree…-
September 27, 2021Planning to extend your home and wondering how much does an extension cost? Here are the main budget elements to…
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June 21, 2021Often left to last, the outdoor space is probably the most neglected part of a self-build yet one of the…
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May 10, 2021Delays, cost over runs, variations, clashes of personalities, power struggles and now COVID-19 are some of the many issues that…
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March 15, 2021To go to tender, or tendering, is the most common selection process to find a main building contractor. Most self-builders…
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July 14, 2020Structure Completions
- June 8, 2020Whether you're building new or renovating, you'll need to determine early on how much your windows and doors will cost.…
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April 23, 2020Door setup and finishes Standard door sizes Architraves, frames, liners and skirting boards Panelling Inbuilt units Screens and other joinery
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March 3, 2020To find out how much your new roof will cost, you need to know its size, shape, ridge height, style…
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October 17, 2019In part two of our budget series we looked at external wall options; now we focus on how much will…
