Construction timeline
Once you’ve secured planning permission and have all of your…
Selfbuild Advice
Whether you’re a self builder, serial renovator or extending your current home, here’s what you need to know before taking the plunge.
Scheduling tools
A round up of scheduling tools self-builders have used on…
Tips from the experts to reduce costs
How much does it cost to build today and how…
Do you really need an architect?
When building or renovating a house, you’ll find one piece…
What you need to know before you start on site
When building your home, there are a number of things…
The problem with hot water – and how to solve it
Generating hot water often leads to massive energy loss and…
Water and wastewater watchpoints
The watchpoints for those who have services on site, from…
How much does a green roof cost in Ireland?
If you’re thinking of a green roof, here’s how much…
Conservation advice grant cut by a third
The Conservation Advice Grant for vacant traditional farmhouses has been…
GMS Insulations sets the record straight on spray foam
GMS Insulations Ltd explains what spray foam insulation is and…
Is it cheaper to build new or renovate?
Where savings can be made and where to start on…
Material prices in 2025
How much is everything from wood to cement costing, and…
Tips for a windy garden
This project in Co Clare is a great example of…
Your time to shine – how to apply to get on a TV show
If you’ve ever dreamed of having your home featured on…
Self-build checklist: before you start on site
What do you need to get done before you break…
Do you need a project manager?
If you’re building a new house, do you need a…
Why Irish homes are overheating
Chances are if you’ve built new, your house can become…
How much will you spend before you build?
Preliminary costs, of how much you spend before you build,…
What to do before you start on site
After you’ve secured planning permission and got your construction drawings…
Budgeting tools
A round up of budgeting tools self-builders have used on…
Cost effective ways to insulate
A bungalow renovation project provides an example of cost effective…
How to deal with a botched job
Answering a reader question, Micah Jones gives tips on how…
Guides & other useful documents
Most large self-build stakeholders produce guides to help the community…
BEAM: The Importance of MVHR Ducting and Commissioning
The BEAM guide to installing mechanical ventilation with heat recovery…
