Cost savers
Latest stories
[adrotate group="2"]
More stories
-
in Advice, Cost savers, Design, Extension/Renovation Advice, Interior Advice, Interiors, The design brief and getting the space rightStaircase costs
Discover the main factors that will impact your staircase costs – making it one of the most expensive items to budget for. In this article we cover: Back in the day, staircases were just practical structures meant to help us get from one floor to another. They were often tucked away between walls and out […] More
-
How much do house foundations cost?
Explore the key factors influencing your house foundation’s cost and the different types of foundations available. In this article we cover: Getting a good handle on the costs of getting your self-build project out of the ground is vital for staying within budget. It helps to know what to expect so you can plan accordingly. […] More
-
How much do windows and doors cost in the UK?
How much will your windows and doors cost and how to budget for them. In this article we cover: Budgeting for windows and doors can be challenging. The cost of windows can fluctuate based on factors like the profile, locks, fittings, size and design. If your estimate isn’t based on a real quotation, it’s likely […] More
-
in Choosing the bathrooms, Cost savers, Design, Kitchen and bathroom designs, On site, Podcast, SB+ Podcasts, Windows and doors: WatchpointsEp77 – Bathroom design trends for 2024
Bathroom consultant Gareth Holland chats about how to go about your renovation or new build project, including: · How much to budget for your bathroom for a good finish · Dangers of buying online · Where to start when renovating a bathroom · Where to start with a new build · What to bring on your initial consultation · Typical design […] More
-
in Advice, Budget & Financing, Choosing an architectural designer, Collating your ideas, Cost savers, Energy Efficiency, Airtightness & The EnvironmentWhere an architect saves you money
How much can you really save from hiring a design professional – we look at where an architect saves you money. In this article we cover: There are three building professionals you are likely to hire on your project: an architect (make sure they are registered with the relevant professional body – RIAI in ROI […] More
-
in Choosing windows and doors, Cost savers, Design, On site, Podcast, SB+ Podcasts, Windows and doors: WatchpointsEp76 – Window Design
Andrew Acheson of Internorm chats about window and door design, including: Favourite More
-
in Advice, Choosing external finishes, Collating your ideas, Cost savers, Energy Efficiency, Airtightness & The Environment, Kitchen and bathroom designs, The design brief and getting the space rightWhat’s trending in 2024 for house design in Ireland?
A round up of what’s trending in house design in 2024 in Ireland: find out the colours, materials and lighting schemes suites to every room of the house, from kitchens and bathrooms to bedrooms. In this article we cover: House design trends Beyond aesthetics, three elements will define the external appearance of your home: the […] More
-
Ways to save on your self-build
You’ll have to start budgeting for your project early on; here’s how to save on your self-build in Ireland. In this article we cover: Before you start on your design, you’ll need to determine how much you’re prepared to spend on your project. It could be what money you have saved or the value of […] More
-
in Cost savers, Design, Podcast, SB+ PodcastsEp75 – Budget busters
Craig Jones of Land Options Ireland chats about how much it costs to build a house in Ireland today, including: Favourite More
-
July deadline for €5k advice grant
€5k advice grant now available for anyone considering availing of the Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant. In this article we cover: Those who are thinking of buying a vacant property with a view to doing it up are now eligible for a €5k grant; the catch is the deadline for applications is the 31st of July […] More
-
in Cost savers, Design, Podcast, SB+ PodcastsEp74 – The process of building your home: cost saving tips
Pete Finn, AKA Pete the builder, of RTÉ’s Home Rescue and advisory firm Let’s Talk Homes joins tiny house builder Paul Lawford of smallchange.ie to chat about the process of building your home in Ireland today with cost saving tips, including: Favourite More
-
Ways to cost your self-build project
Find out about the most common ways to cost your self-build project in Ireland today: bills of quantities and schedules of work. In this article we cover: Schedules of work v BOQ A bill of quantities is usually drawn up by a quantity surveyor and consists of lists of those quantities as described in the […] More
Load More
Congratulations. You've reached the end of the internet.