11 trades you need and how to find them

With the right professionals by your side, your self-build will be a smooth and enjoyable experience. Here’s who to hire to create your A team…

There’s nothing more satisfying than creating your own home, but self-building isn’t without its challenges. Whether it’s site preparation or effective budgeting, there are countless tasks to juggle throughout, and tackling them all yourself would be a fool’s errand. For the best results, you need proper planning, a level head and, most importantly, support from industry experts. The right trades and professionals will not only alleviate stress, but help you to better manage the cost and overall finish of your new home. Establishing where to save and where to spend can be tricky but arm yourself with the knowledge and you’ll be able to hire a team for project success. From quantity surveyors to carpenters, these are the trades you can’t afford to forgo. 1 Project manager Project managing your…

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Homebuilding & Renovating (Digital) - 1 Issue, June 2022

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