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Building methods in Ireland

Thanks to advances in technology, there’s morethan one way to build a house. Here’swhat’s on the menu for building your walls. In this article we cover: An overview of what building options are out there What’s popular and available to build with in Ireland today Ways to compare building methods Indication of costs and timescales […] More

by Ronan McKee January 25, 2022, 2:27 pm
in Budget & Financing, Building methods, Choosing wall and floor finishes, Construction drawings, Construction overview, Cost savers, Design, Direct labour vs main contractor, First fix: Watchpoints, Insulation and airtightness: Watchpoints, Joinery: Watchpoints, On site, Podcast, Pre design, Roofing & External finishes: Watchpoints, SB+ Podcasts, Second fix: Watchpoints

Ep 45 – The Automated House in County Down

Episode 45 Mark McCall, of Instagram account @automatedhome, runs through his Co Down home building project including: – the design and build process– issues with foundations– stages of the build from first, second to third fix– design and budgeting tips The full story available here: selfbuildextendrenovate.co.uk/project/the-automated-home/ Favourite More

by Selfbuild Live December 15, 2021, 1:16 pm
in Advice, Budget & Financing, Building methods, Construction overview, Insulation and airtightness: Watchpoints, On site, Other key structural decisions, Pre design

Steel, timber, insulation: where to next for material price increases?

There is not a single cause for the sudden increase in the price of materials. The pandemic, Brexit, ROI tree licencing, high demand compounded by shortages of raw materials worldwide, have all contributed to the problem. The madness will subside on most fronts, but it’s likely that costs will continue to rise for certain products. […] More

by Keith Kelliher November 26, 2021, 2:25 pm
in Budget & Financing, Building methods, Choosing wall and floor finishes, Construction drawings, Construction overview, Cost savers, Design, Direct labour vs main contractor, First fix: Watchpoints, Insulation and airtightness: Watchpoints, Joinery: Watchpoints, On site, Podcast, Pre design, Roofing & External finishes: Watchpoints, SB+ Podcasts, Second fix: Watchpoints

Ep 44 – Cost of steel, timber, insulation: Where to next?

Episode 44 – Quantity surveyor Keith Kelliher discusses the recent material price increase and what it means for self-builders. He covers:– Which materials have been hardest hit– Reasons behind material price inflation– Where to next for material price increases– How to budget for your project– Whether to wait or start building now– Budgeting tips Favourite More

by Selfbuild Live November 17, 2021, 2:30 pm
in Advice, Building methods, Construction drawings, Construction overview, Design, Energy Efficiency, Airtightness & The Environment, On site, Pre design

Timber frame construction in Ireland

Timber is naturally breathable and eco friendly; we look at how homes are built with timber frame in Ireland today. In this article we cover: What is timber frame Stick build construction Open versus closed panel construction How timber frame kit suppliers work, with a breakdown of each stage Who does what on site with […] More

by Julian Owen October 27, 2021, 2:52 pm
in Advice, Budget & Financing, Construction overview, Cost savers, Cost Series, Design, Extension/Renovation Advice, Free Content, On site, Pre design, Working out your requirements

How much does an extension cost?

Planning to extend your home and wondering how much does an extension cost? Here are the main budget elements to be aware of. In this article we cover: Over the past few years, I have spent a lot of time outlining the dangers of budgeting under an average cost per sqm/sqft basis. Nowhere does […] More

by Keith Kelliher September 27, 2021, 3:19 pm
in Appointing a main contractor, Ask the Expert, Budget & Financing, Construction overview, Direct labour tasks, Direct labour vs main contractor, Getting started on site, On site, Pre design, SB+ TV

Pre design: Direct labour vs main contractor

Brian Corry from Selfbuild Ireland talks to Niall Healy from Healy Corneilius about Project Management. Their conversation covers how a self-builder might go about choosing whether to go down the main contractor/ project manager or direct labour route of a self-build project. Favourite More

by Selfbuild Live June 7, 2021, 9:05 am
in Advice, Building methods, Construction overview, Energy Efficiency, Airtightness & The Environment

Eco building alternatives in Ireland

What do the more esoteric eco building methods look like in Ireland today? We take a look at everything from cob to shipping containers. In this article we cover: DIY earth building, from cob to rammed earth: what they are and how to build with them Shipping containers: pros and cons, and how to build […] More

by Victoria Hunter February 4, 2021, 3:21 pm
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Modern construction methods in Ireland

Thanks to advances in technology, there are plenty of modern construction methods available in Ireland to build new or extend. In this article we cover: Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs): what it is and how to build with it Mass timber construction including Cross Laminated Timber (CLT): what it is and how to build with it […] More

by Andrew Stanway January 27, 2021, 3:38 pm
in Advice, Construction overview, Direct labour tasks, First fix: Watchpoints, Getting started on site, On site, Second fix: Watchpoints

Miscommunication

Gavin McKibbin is a builder by trade who specialises in renovations and extensions, and he built his own house in Co Down, project managing it from start to finish. Here he shares his tips and advice based on his personal experience as he came up against some common self-build pitfalls. Being in the building trade […] More

by Gavin McKibbin January 18, 2021, 3:51 pm
in Appointing a main contractor, Buying land with an existing house on it, Choosing the kitchen, Choosing windows and doors, Construction overview, Cost savers, Design, Energy Efficiency, Airtightness & The Environment, On site, Podcast, SB+ Podcasts, Securing planning permission, Working out your requirements

Ep 26 – Bungalow new build in Co Wicklow

Episode 26: First time self-builder David Dobbs, who happens to be an estate agent, shares his experience getting planning permission from Wicklow County Council and running into some trouble with his main contractor. He talks about:– How the existing cottage on the site helped secure planning permission– His bungalow design tips to add light and […] More

by Selfbuild Live December 14, 2020, 2:54 pm
in Ask the Expert, Construction overview, On site, SB+ TV

On Site: Managing the day to day

Managing the day to day – Self-build advisor John Corless runs through the stages you will go through when building your house, including common pitfalls. Favourite More

by Selfbuild Live December 8, 2020, 12:19 pm