Forming an opinion

LISTEN HERE 🔊 Chris Stride at ICFA discusses why self-builders, particularly those looking to maximise energy efficiency, should consider building with Insulated Concrete Formwork (ICF) If you’ve been researching your new build project recently you will notice that the spotlight... View Article

Structural warranties – a guide

LISTEN HERE 🔊 Advantage Home Construction Insurance (AHCI) navigates through the often complex world of structural warranties required by mortgage firms, providing some clarity for self-builders A structural defects warranty (also known as latent defects insurance) covers defects affecting newly... View Article

Versatile wet rooms

LISTEN HERE 🔊 Neil Whitehead from Impey offers insights into how to create the ideal wetroom or wet area shower space for every size and style of home The coveted wetroom shower space has many guises and, when thoughtfully planned... View Article

UK Green Homes Grant scrapped

The UK government has announced that it has scrapped its flagship green homes grant scheme. The much-promoted grants scheme to help householders in England insulate their home will be stopped this week, and the money allocated to a seperate insulation... View Article

The easy way to specify a loft ladder

Premier Loft Ladders have made it even easier to download NBS product data from their web site. Where available, the specification can now be copied directly from the main product pages, as well as from NBS Source. Furthermore, architects and... View Article

ABC+ Warranty remain operational through the pandemic

ABC+ Warranty have remained fully operational throughout the COVID pandemic. They are able to provide additional inspections via Zoom between the developer/contractor and one of their many Chartered Surveyors to run alongside their physical site inspections. This benefits existing clients... View Article

Top tips to spruce up your home for spring

Homeowners wishing to spruce up their properties this spring can look to these top tips from home improvement experts to give homes a refresh in time for the new season. From improving natural light levels and energy efficiency, to transforming... View Article

Framing your unique view with Reynaers Aluminium

Discover the benefits of aluminium glazing and uncover the transformative impact it could have on your home. Doors and windows are part of the fabric of any home and are instrumental in defining a property’s character – from enhancing aesthetics... View Article

Oak frames to improve your homes & gardens

With over 60 years of combined experience, the Oak Designs Co. pride themselves on specialising in quality oak frame buildings & being renowned nationwide as well as in some parts of Europe. Their buildings can contribute positively to the surrounding... View Article

Jackon building systems offer massive benefits for self-builders

JACKODUR ATLAS and THERMOMUR ICF from JACKON UK enable self-builders to create highly energy-efficient homes more easily and more quickly than any other construction method ICF construction integrates insulation materials into the concrete formwork, totally transforming the way houses are... View Article