There is no doubt that self building is a fantastic way to get your dream bespoke home, whatever the build route adopted. Most self builders know the importance of getting the construction phase of their project insured. However, when it comes to the finer details, it can be difficult to know exactly what’s required. In this article we discuss why getting your build cost right when arranging self build insurance cover on your project can make a huge difference to recovering from a serious loss.

19 January 2016

Source Self Build Portal

A lead economist is predicting an upturn in the self build market, despite new figures showing minimal growth in the number of planning applications for new self build homes in 2015.

Just under 18,000 were submitted last year, 30 per cent below the historic 2010 peak figure. The latest data from construction industry analysts Barbour ABI also indicates that self build planning applications in 2015 were the second lowest for eight years, with only 2014 faring worse. These figures are more surprising considering the apparent turn-around over the last two years within the housing market.

Protek Self Build Insurance & Structural Warranty are delighted to be exhibiting at the South West Homebuilding Show in Somerset on the 21st and 22nd November 2015. We will be displaying our range of Site Insurance & Structural Warranty products and are looking forward to meeting with visitors. We will have experienced staff on stand to discuss your project and provide you with any help you might need in assessing your insurance and warranty requirements.

Visitors with self-build, custom build, renovation, conversion or extension projects in mind should come and have a chat, we will be on stand 532 (on the balcony) 

If you would like FREE TICKETS to the South West Homebuilding event, just click here.

 

 

 

 

 

Nationwide, the worlds largest building society and their lending subsidiary The Mortgage Works (UK) plc have today confirmed the addition of the Protek Warranty (Protek) to the panel of structural warranty providers acceptable to them for lending purposes. Protek’s Simon Middleton said “This is positive news,  Nationwide Building Society have been diligent in their consideration and undertaken a thorough review of the product, so we are confident it will also be accepted by other CML and BSA members going forward.” Confirmation of the status can be found in both the Nationwide Building Society and The Mortgage Works respective Council of Mortgage Lenders Handbook Entries.

The garden will be a part of the home that will be enjoyed for years to come, plan it well and it will be worth the added work.

As we reach middle age some thought must be given to where we will live once we retire. Many eventually move into retirement homes where they can be looked after but what about the self-builder?

How do you know that a particular builder is the right person to build your home? Here are ten questions to ask.

By using reclaimed materials in a new build you can be assured you have built a home that is unique.

When planning your self-build home the flooring has to be decided upon when the house designs are being drawn up. Consider whether you require under floor heating, as this will have to be integrated into the plans before any flooring is fitted.

These days it is becoming popular to have as many bathrooms in the home as there are bedrooms – more in some instances. We look at the ensuite, where and when you should instal one and whether it will add value to your home.