16
Oct
2014
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Skylights: know the facts
Written by Emily Smith (editor)
Skylights are a light-enhancing feature that are rapidly gaining popularity for home-builders and enhancers, however regulations can sometimes limit grand plans. Here, i-build identifies key permission considerations for installing skylights.
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14
Aug
2014
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A recent survey has revealed that unlucky Brits have squandered more than £185m at the hands of rogue traders in the past 12 months. Trade verification expert Checkatrade offers advice for spotting cowboy traders before its too late.
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12
Jun
2014
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Financing the dream
Written by Emily Smith (editor)
With roughly two out of three self-builders needing a mortgage to see their project through, i-build takes a look at how self-build mortgages work and the finance products available in today’s marketplace.
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15
Apr
2014
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There has been an influx of good news for the home-building industry as the Government continues to help aspiring self-builders.
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03
Mar
2014
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Plot purchasing checklist
Written by Emily Smith (editor)
Just because you’ve found an ideal plot in the perfect location, this doesn’t necessarily mean it’s the right place to build your dream home. Conduct careful research to ensure that your land doesn’t create any unexpected costs. Mike McMillan, Quantity Surveyor at Charlie Laing building advice specialists, provides a plot…
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04
Feb
2014
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Buying a plot without residential planning permission is a risk, but buying a plot that has been previously refused planning permission no less than six times, including one at appeal, may be considered utter madness...
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