Finding a building plot can be tricky and the hardest part is knowing where to start. Don’t worry – our top tips will help you identify the ideal plot and give you some ideas on where to build. Plus, you can find out the benefits of seeking expert advice to make your self-build journey much more seamless.
Considering a whole house package?
Opting for a whole house package can be one of the easiest and hassle-free ways of creating your dream home. With the ability to create a customised design, helped by in-house designers you can choose everything for your package home from doors, to windows and much more. What's more, package homes, which are made off-site in a factory, are highly efficient, with high levels of insulation saving more in running your home.
Getting outline planning permission
Once outline planning permission has been approved, the next step is to make a reserved matters application which deals with all of the outstanding details of the outline application proposal. Our handy advice will guide you through the details needed and outline reasons for refusal too.
Financing
Quantity Calculators
Do you need one pack or two?
Before you order, why not get a little help with our handy Quantity Calculators to help measure how many tiles, bricks or blocks you need to order for your project?
A guide to self-building
If you are new to self-building, or just want to see our thoughts on the steps involved in a self-build and what the process is, then download our guide.
The guide includes:
- timeline of your build
- the difference between custom and traditional self-build
- finding a plot
- planning permission and building regulations
- building performance and much more.