Building your own home is a major project and involves many tasks. Treating the project as a series of 'bite size' chunks can make it far less daunting. We've divided this website into sections that should take you step by step from initial project planning to the perfect finishing touches that complete your dream house.
First Steps
To start with you'll need to find some land and get planning permission for your project. You'll also want to understand your project finances and the help that you can get from the VAT man. You might also want to start looking through some literature for ideas. Here are a few tips to help get you started.
Starting Out
This section includes lots of advice and practical help on costing your project - labour, materials and those hidden extras. We can also help you find reliable builders for all or part of your project.
Building Your Project
We can point you in the right direction to get all of the information you need on all aspects of building your project, from sourcing building materials to understanding building regulations and from site safety to hiring tools and equipment. Click here for details.
Finishing Touches
The finishing touches you chose for your home will make all the difference, determining how it looks and feels. Floors, doors and windows will add character to your home and many people say that your kitchen and bathrooms are the most important rooms in the house so it's worth spending the time to chose products and ranges that are exactly right for you. And don't forget your garden which can add another dimension and extra value to your property.
We can provide everything you need to complete your project.
