How to Build Your Own House

1. How to Build Your Own House

2. About Us Hurst Development Solutions is a family run business with over 40 years of experience in the building industry, all backed by professional accreditations. We cover all aspects of building, specialising in new builds and in particular timber frame structures. As a company we are constantly trying to evolve our methods to improve efficiency and remain at the forefront of changing regulations.

3. Property Build Tips 1. Plan well In any construction process, planning is of utmost importance. Have all the details of your dream house in place. Ask yourself: • What kind of layout do you want for your house? • What is the design of every room? • What direction will the house face on the lot? • Will you use special lightings, how many power points will you install? 2. Have a good budget There are many reasons as to why you may want to opt for a self-build. They include: • It is affordable compared to the costs of buying a house. • It gives you the freedom and flexibility of incorporating all your desired features including a spacious kitchen, energy saving features, and a garden area. • You also enjoy other luxuries such as the ability to choose a unique design for every room in your home.

4. 3. Find the right piece of land Finding the right land for building your own home is also imperative. This is based on your budget and the available land for sale. Carry out a thorough search and check with your local council on whether the land you wish to purchase is legit. 4. Choose the best builder Choosing a builder is definitely one of the most important decisions you can ever make in a building process. This is an expert you will work with for months based on the size of your project. Getting the right contractor for your new builds enhances your chances of getting quality results. 5. Get a contract Once you have identified a builder, get a contract and carefully read through every detail including construction charges, what the contract covers, and what it doesn’t.

5. 6. Have your finances in place One of the questions many people ask themselves when planning to own a home is, is it cheaper to buy or build your own house UK? The truth is it all depends on your personal needs. However, you need to understand that you may need a home loan to build your house. 7. Explore saving options Building a home can be costly. You may want a good builder, but the quote you get is relatively higher. In this case, you can bring on board tradesmen with similar skills. Often, services such as: • Interior design. • Plastering team. • Decorating and painters are cheaper to outsource.

6. 8. Inspect every stage of the process Once you have everything ready, start the construction process and inspect every step of the way. You can get an independent consultant or build my own house inspector from your local council. A thorough inspection is always needed on; • The foundation process and footings. • The frame of your home. • The lock-up. • Pre-handover. 9. Understand your rights By now, you no longer wonder how you go about building your own house. If the worst should occur or a misunderstanding erupts between you and your builder, you need to be aware of your rights. This will help you to settle issues in a way that will not ruin your project.

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