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in Building methods, Cost savers, Design, Direct labour tasks, Direct labour vs main contractor, Getting started on site, On site, Other key structural decisions, Podcast, Pre design, Roofing & External finishes: Watchpoints, SB+ Podcasts, Securing planning permission, Site access, Site assessment

Ep 39 – Anne & Paul Dyer’s underground house

Episode 39 – Seasoned self-builders Paul and Anne Dyer share how they managed to get planning permission in an area with a presumption against development (hint: it took a while), and how they hand built their underground house, leaving only specialist work such as tanking the roof and walls, to specialist trades. They discuss:– Wildflower […] More

by Selfbuild Live June 14, 2021, 10:49 am
in Design, Designing the outside space, Podcast, SB+ Podcasts

Ep 38 – Concrete paving options

Episode 38 – It’s summer! And Tobermore’s Tarlach Quinn is on hand to run us through concrete paving options for your garden. Favourite More

by Astrid Madsen June 2, 2021, 9:58 am
in Design, Heating systems, Podcast, SB+ Podcasts

Ep 37 – Thermodynamic solar panels

Episode 37 – Solar panels come in many forms: those that generate hot water, electricity or both. The way energy is collected from daylight, through collectors in the panel, will depend on the type of system you have. Here Richard White of LVP Renewables chats through how thermodynamic panels work, along with how they are […] More

by Selfbuild Live May 17, 2021, 12:12 pm
in Budget & Financing, Choosing windows and doors, Cost savers, Design, Energy Efficiency, Airtightness & The Environment, Heating systems, Podcast, Pre design, Provisions for on-site electricity, water, SB+ Podcasts

Ep 36 – Budget friendly renovation in Kerry

Episode 36 – Mark Coleman explains how he renovated a tired old bungalow into a stylish family home. His choices were guided by the budget and achieving an affordable home to heat. He chats about:-Wall and roof insulation, and why he didn’t need external wall insulation.-Why he chose an LPG boiler based on payback times.-Turning […] More

by Selfbuild Live May 3, 2021, 4:21 pm
in Insulation and airtightness: Watchpoints, On site, Podcast, SB+ Podcasts

Ep 35 – EPS Insulation Overview

Episode 35 – Expanded PolyStyrene (EPS) is a cost effective insulation product that usually comes in board or bead form. Steven Magee of KORE Insulation Solutions, a leading EPS supplier, explains where and how to use it on a self-build or renovation project. Favourite More

by Selfbuild Live April 19, 2021, 4:04 pm
in Interiors, Podcast, SB+ Podcasts

Ep 34 – Guide to Home Automation

Episode 34 – George McStravick of GMS Intelligent Systems talks about the “smart home” and the internet of things. He chats through the process of installing a home automation system in both new builds and renovations. Favourite More

by Selfbuild Live April 6, 2021, 10:34 am
in Design, Interiors, Podcast, SB+ Podcasts, Ventilation, Ventilation and heating systems: Watchpoints

Ep 33 – Ventilation and central vacuum systems

Episode 33 – All properties require an adequate ventilation strategy; Dave Redmond of Beam Vacuum and Ventilation here outlines the options that are open to self-builders and home improvers and also looks at the option of installing a central vacuum system, to further reduce allergens from the home. Favourite More

by Selfbuild Live March 22, 2021, 12:48 pm
in Insulation and airtightness: Watchpoints, On site, Podcast, SB+ Podcasts

Ep 32 – Hemp Insulation

Episode 32 – Hemp is best known for its insulating properties, and when combined with lime it has been used as a structural building material to make walls for generations. Ronan McDermott of Hempbuild outlines the benefits of using natural materials and explains how the company has come up with an off-the-shelf hemp based solution […] More

by Selfbuild Live February 22, 2021, 3:19 pm
in Choosing the kitchen, Design, Kitchen and bathroom designs, Podcast, SB+ Podcasts

Ep 31 – Home Cinema House in County Fermanagh

Episode 31 – Self-builder Orlean McCaffrey shares her tips and advice building her home in County Fermanagh, including: – Planning restrictions– Choice of how to build the house and who to get to build it– Home cinema design– Microcement kitchen Read the full article here Favourite More

by Selfbuild Live February 22, 2021, 2:22 pm
in Budget & Financing, Final stage payment for mortgage, Podcast, Pre design, SB+ Podcasts

Ep 30 – Guide to self-build mortgages in NI

Episode 30 – Wendy McClintock of the Progressive Building Society explains what it takes to secure a self-build mortgage in NI, including: Favourite More

by Selfbuild Live February 8, 2021, 2:56 pm
in Design, Podcast, SB+ Podcasts

Ep 29 – Installing a safe in your home

Episode 29 – To protect your valuables, a safe will be high on the list of things you need to include in your project. Trustee Safes outlines what to check for and the need for proper installation. Favourite More

by Selfbuild Live January 25, 2021, 2:20 pm
in Construction, On site, Podcast, Roofing & External finishes: Watchpoints, SB+ Podcasts

Ep 28 – Roofing methods and roof coverings

Episode 28 – The type of roof covering you choose for your house will have a huge impact on the final appearance of the house. Lagan, part of the Breedon Group, chats through your options, from lower end to high end finishes. Favourite More

by Selfbuild Live January 11, 2021, 3:15 pm