http://www.the-self-build-guide.co.uk/self-build-blog.html The Self Build Blog keeps you up-to-date with all the latest information and additions to The Self Build Guide. Subscribe here. en-us self build Sun, 07 Mar 2010 17:33:13 GMT Sun, 07 Mar 2010 17:33:13 GMT the-self-build-guide.co.uk http://www.the-self-build-guide.co.uk/self-build-kit-houses.html Self build kit houses offer high quality stylish homes with vastly reduced onsite construction times and some great eco credentials. Sun, 07 Mar 2010 17:33:12 GMT http://www.the-self-build-guide.co.uk/stamp-duty-land-tax.html Stamp duty land tax applies to residential property and land. Wed, 24 Feb 2010 10:09:04 GMT http://www.the-self-build-guide.co.uk/self-build-capital-gains.html Are self build capital gains taxable? - As long as it is your principal private residence and meets certain conditions then it should be exempt from CGT. Tue, 23 Feb 2010 20:19:56 GMT http://www.the-self-build-guide.co.uk/house-building-videos.html House building videos Fri, 19 Feb 2010 22:02:26 GMT http://www.the-self-build-guide.co.uk/self-build-vat.html New build houses in the UK are zero rated for VAT so you should not pay any self build VAT. You can claim back VAT paid on materials after completion. Fri, 19 Feb 2010 15:36:00 GMT http://www.the-self-build-guide.co.uk/self-build-house.html Yorkstone and slate self build house. Fri, 08 Jan 2010 09:46:01 GMT http://www.the-self-build-guide.co.uk/self-build-houses.html Thinking about self building? Get some inspiration by having a look at other peoples self build houses and hearing their stories. Fri, 08 Jan 2010 09:13:33 GMT http://www.the-self-build-guide.co.uk/about-us.html About us Sun, 03 Jan 2010 22:53:18 GMT http://www.the-self-build-guide.co.uk/site-map.html The Self Build Guide site map provides another way to navigate to all the great information on our website. Fri, 18 Dec 2009 09:02:38 GMT http://www.the-self-build-guide.co.uk/micro-hydro-system.html If you have access to a suitable water course, then a micro hydro system is one of the most efficient ways of generating your own electricity. Thu, 17 Dec 2009 09:14:44 GMT http://www.the-self-build-guide.co.uk/project-review.html A project review identifies successes and failures and how things would be done differently next time. Wed, 02 Dec 2009 19:55:58 GMT http://www.the-self-build-guide.co.uk/project-completion.html Project completion ties up the loose ends and lets you appreciate the fruits of your labour. Tue, 01 Dec 2009 20:49:20 GMT http://www.the-self-build-guide.co.uk/project-control.html Project control is essential to rectify any deviations from the original project plan and to keep the project firmly on track. Sun, 29 Nov 2009 13:07:14 GMT http://www.the-self-build-guide.co.uk/project-monitoring.html Project monitoring assesses progress in comparison to the project plan. Deviations can be identified early and rectified. Sat, 28 Nov 2009 13:06:25 GMT http://www.the-self-build-guide.co.uk/project-implementation.html Project implementation converts your theoretical plan into physical action and gets the project underway. Fri, 27 Nov 2009 22:24:15 GMT http://www.the-self-build-guide.co.uk/green-electricity-supplier.html Using a green electricity supplier reduces the environmental impact of your home. There are plenty of options but they are all very different and we need to look at the detail before making a choice. Thu, 26 Nov 2009 13:28:22 GMT http://www.the-self-build-guide.co.uk/biomass-fuel.html Why not consider biomass fuel as a carbon neutral method of supplying hot water and space heating in your home. Sun, 15 Nov 2009 22:13:52 GMT http://www.the-self-build-guide.co.uk/construction-tools.html Construction tools, plant and equipment for house building. Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:30:52 GMT http://www.the-self-build-guide.co.uk/air-source-heat-pumps.html Air source heat pumps provide renewable space heating and cooling for your home by exchanging heat with outside air. CO2 and energy costs are reduced and there are even installation grants available. Sat, 07 Nov 2009 12:40:11 GMT http://www.the-self-build-guide.co.uk/index.html The Self Build Guide provides information on all aspects of self building your own home. Visit us for information on buying land, design, project management, financial matters and much more. Mon, 02 Nov 2009 23:03:47 GMT http://www.the-self-build-guide.co.uk/residential-wind-turbine.html Install a residential wind turbine and generate renewable electricity for your home without producing any CO2. Mon, 02 Nov 2009 23:03:00 GMT http://www.the-self-build-guide.co.uk/sitesearch.html Search The Self Build Guide and the Web Fri, 30 Oct 2009 12:45:56 GMT http://www.the-self-build-guide.co.uk/solar-hot-water.html A solar hot water system can provide a renewable contribution to your domestic hot water requirements. Thu, 29 Oct 2009 23:05:51 GMT http://www.the-self-build-guide.co.uk/photovoltaic-panels.html Install solar photovoltaic panels and generate renewable electricity for your home without producing CO2. Wed, 28 Oct 2009 21:31:22 GMT http://www.the-self-build-guide.co.uk/ground-source-heat-pumps.html Ground source heat pumps can provide a renewable solution to heating your home. Heat stored in the ground can be extracted, transferred and dissipated into your house. Fri, 23 Oct 2009 08:34:48 GMT http://www.the-self-build-guide.co.uk/self-build-information.html The Self Build Guide provides online self build information.. This section highlights more books, magazines and other resources that can help with your build. Wed, 21 Oct 2009 08:50:02 GMT http://www.the-self-build-guide.co.uk/timber-framed-houses.html More people in the developed world live in timber framed houses than any other form of construction. If you are considering timber frame, have a look at what is involved and its advantages. Tue, 13 Oct 2009 20:54:31 GMT http://www.the-self-build-guide.co.uk/caravan-on-site.html An insight into living in a caravan on site whilst you self build. Mon, 12 Oct 2009 07:37:26 GMT http://www.the-self-build-guide.co.uk/eco-homes.html Eco homes are the future of house construction. Reducing the environmental impact of the construction and operation of our homes is essential. Have a look at how to make your home more sustainable. Sat, 10 Oct 2009 11:22:38 GMT http://www.the-self-build-guide.co.uk/builders-merchants.html Builders merchants can supply the majority of materials for your build and offer other useful services. By opening an account you may get discounted rates and flexible credit terms. Sat, 03 Oct 2009 11:24:25 GMT http://www.the-self-build-guide.co.uk/ready-mix-concrete.html Ready mix concrete mix designs, admixtures, reinforcement, placement and suppliers. Thu, 01 Oct 2009 15:01:39 GMT http://www.the-self-build-guide.co.uk/structural-insulated-panels.html Structural insulated panels are a form of timber frame construction that present some additional advantages. Fri, 11 Sep 2009 23:34:07 GMT http://www.the-self-build-guide.co.uk/building-materials.html Coordinating building materials is essential for the smooth running of your house build. A few tips can help to keep things on track. Fri, 11 Sep 2009 23:32:12 GMT http://www.the-self-build-guide.co.uk/construction-materials.html Sourcing construction materials for your house build. Knowing where to get things, what to expect and some useful tips can save you a lot of time, money and hassle. Fri, 11 Sep 2009 23:05:01 GMT http://www.the-self-build-guide.co.uk/insulated-concrete-forms.html Insulated concrete forms are a modern method of construction that offer some unique qualities to other house construction methods. Fri, 04 Sep 2009 14:42:09 GMT http://www.the-self-build-guide.co.uk/masonry-construction.html Traditional masonry construction is the most popular form of new home construction in England and Wales offering a number of advantages over its modern competitors. Thu, 03 Sep 2009 09:23:12 GMT http://www.the-self-build-guide.co.uk/house-construction-methods.html There are numerous house construction methods available from the traditional to modern methods and a few alternative options. Each has advantages but which one best suits your individual needs? Fri, 28 Aug 2009 11:52:22 GMT