Legal & Architecture

The planning department of your local council will be very much part of your self-build. Without their seal of approval you cannot dig a footing or lay one brick. This department has the power to ...

Apart from the knowledge to self- build your home finance is the most important aspect of the build. Without sufficient money the whole project will become fraught with stress and tension as you ...

One of the first purchases, after paying for the building plot, should be insurance for your self-build. Without this cover you could be held liable for many thousands of pounds if there was an ...

By keeping records of all transactions and occurrences from day one your cash flow and finances should be under control.

Accounts By keeping a simple set of accounts you will be able to ...

It is up to the self-builder as to how much he uses an architect during the build of his home. An architect’s charges are not low and it is advisable to always check whether the one that is picked ...

When purchasing a plot and planning to build on it a solicitor’s role is a little more complex than it would be if you were just moving house.

Plot Once you have found a suitable plot on ...